HiPower Founder Fellowship

Starting and growing a company is rewarding—but it can also be demanding and isolating. To help ease that journey, the HiPower Angels created the Founder Fellowship. Each year, they cover the Signature Program admissions fee for two women or nonbinary founders selected by the Angels committee.

Eligibility

• Early-stage founders (pre-seed to Series A; company less than 5 years old)

• Primary founder or co-founder with real decision-making authority

• Building in sectors aligned with HiPower’s mission: leadership, equity, impact, innovation

• Committed to participating fully in fellowship programming and events

Selection Criteria

• Vision & Purpose – A clear, compelling vision with meaningful impact

• Leadership Capacity – Resilience, adaptability, and team-building ability

• Innovation – A novel product, service, or approach solving a real problem

• Growth Potential – Evidence of traction and a path to scale

How to Apply

When completing your Signature Program application, simply select “Yes” when asked if you’d like to be considered for the Founder Fellowship, then answer a few short questions about your founder journey.

Application Deadline

To be considered for the Founder Fellowship your Signature Program application must be submitted by December 15, 2025.