Applications for the University of Maryland Do Good Accelerator Fellows 2026 are due by September 14, 2026. This 8-week fellowship supports current University of Maryland, College Park students who are developing, testing, or scaling social impact projects.
Selected fellows receive coaching, workshops, workspace, and a $2,000 stipend upon successful completion. In addition, Fall 2026 fellows will work 8 hours per week during the program.
Key Details:
Application Deadline: September 14, 2026
Eligible Countries: United States
Program Duration: 8-week program (offered in fall, spring and summer). Fall 2026: September 28–November 20, 2026. Fellows required to work 8 hours/week.
Program Location: Do Good Accelerator, Thurgood Marshall Hall, University of Maryland, College Park, MD
Funding/Benefits: $2,000 stipend upon successful completion of their fellowship.
Award Provider: Do Good Institute, University of Maryland
About this Program
The Accelerator Fellows program is run by the Do Good Institute at the University of Maryland. It is designed for current UMD College Park students who are building social impact projects or ventures.
Through the program, fellows develop their ideas with structured support. They also access coaching, workshops, webinars, and a community focused on impact.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a current University of Maryland, College Park student
- Ideal candidate is in the implementation phase (currently impacting the community)
What Fellows Receive: $2,000 stipend upon successful completion; one-on-one coaching and advising; workshops and webinars to build skills; workspace, community and development resources.
Program Components
- One-on-one coaching sessions
- Independent work on a project or venture
- Workshops, webinars, panel discussions, and community events
- Workspace and development support
- For Fall fellows, 8 hours of work per week at the Do Good Accelerator
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete their application through the program portal before the deadline. However, applicants should review the official program page carefully for full guidance and updates.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
