2025 Bolder Futures Social Impact Fellowship | Powered by Community R&D and AAPI Data
The Bolder Futures Social Impact Fellowship (BFF) is a fully remote program during Fall 2025 designed to empower the next generation of changemakers to tackle pressing social and community challenges through a powerful blend of data, narrative, and action.
Rooted in the belief that the youth, especially those with lived experiences tied to issues impacting AAPI communities, carry both the passion and potential to drive meaningful change, this program creates structured opportunities to lead and innovate.
As part of the program, fellows will:
- Receive a $2,000 award upon completion of the fellowship
- Gain hands-on experience and training in key areas, including public narrative, data analysis, strategic foresight, social innovation, and social entrepreneurship
- Build and enhance skills in analyzing data sets, crafting compelling narratives, and designing effective advocacy strategies
- Develop a Community Impact Project to be presented in a pitch-style showcase to community leaders and peers
- Receive personalized mentorship and feedback from experts
- Build a professional network with other changemakers
- Join a strong network of alumni and researchers
- Receive an invitation to attend an in-person event in Spring/Summer 2026
- Be eligible for internship course credit (contingent on campus rules)
Applications were open from June – July 2025. Stay tuned for more information about the inaugural cohort and timelines for the 2026 cycle.