Fulcrum Fellowship 2027/28 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for the Fulcrum Fellowship’s 2027-28 cohort. The Center for Community Investment runs this 15-month leadership program. Fellows tackle major strategic challenges in community investment work. No tuition cost or stipend figure is publicly published.

Program Snapshot

Host Organization: Center for Community Investment, Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
Cost Status: Not publicly disclosed; confirm directly with CCI
Duration: 15 months, April 2027 to May 2028
Format: Five multi-day seminars across the fellowship period
Eligibility: Current or rising executives facing a real strategic challenge
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026, 11:59 PM PST

Focus Areas

Adaptive leadership and organizational collaboration
Capital investment strategy for community priorities
Small and mid-size Southern cities and communities
Action-learning through real strategic challenges

About the Fellowship

Fulcrum trains executives already shaping capital, policy, and practice. Fellows sharpen their ability to direct investment toward community priorities. Five seminars anchor the program across the full 15 months. This cycle focuses particularly on Southern small and mid-size communities.

What Fellows Receive

Fellows build adaptive leadership and collaboration skills throughout the program. Structured seminars deepen strategic thinking around capital investment challenges. A strengthened professional network extends well beyond the fellowship itself. Applicants should confirm cost and any covered expenses directly with CCI.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be current or rising executives at their organization. A significant, defined strategic challenge should anchor the application. Direct supervisor and CEO or board support letters are required. Applicants should hold organizational authority to pursue real change.

Required Materials

Applicants submit a CV, organizational chart, and two references. A signed Intent to Participate and two support letters are required. Incomplete applications cannot be submitted through the online system.

How to Apply

Submit your complete application before October 15, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers serious leadership development for community investment executives nationwide. Its seminar-based structure demands real institutional backing from your organization. Applicants should secure supervisor and board support well before applying.