Halcyon Incubator Opens Application Process for Inaugural Class of Social Entrepreneurs
New Washington, D.C.-based Incubator Breaks the Mold through Investment in Intrepid Individuals with Transformational Ideas to Achieve Meaningful Social Outcomes
WASHINGTON, March 24, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Halcyon Incubator, a unique and forward-thinking social entrepreneur incubator program, today announced the opening of the application process for its inaugural class of fellows.
The Halcyon Incubator is the S&R Foundation's newest and boldest venture to empower true social change throughout the nation and the world. The Incubator will provide social entrepreneurs with a 12-to 16-month fellowship, comprised of a four-month residency, eight months of rent-free workspace, complimentary strategic, legal and PR resources, mentorship, as well as access to a network of potential funders from all sectors.
"The challenges facing our nation and world require a new way of thinking, fearless approaches and a collaborative support system to achieve measurable social change," said S&R Foundation COO, Kate Goodall. "The Halcyon Incubator pulls on the rich and diverse communities that define Washington, D.C. and engenders an unrivaled opportunity to incubate transformational social ventures in the nation's capital."
Partnering with prestigious organizations and institutions such as Georgetown University, and leveraging an advisory and mentor committee of leading public and private sector stakeholders, the Halcyon Incubator assists fellows in transforming innovative ideas that have the capacity to change the world into scalable ventures.
"The Halcyon Incubator's risk-tolerant environment encourages individuals with audacious ideas to apply to the program," said S&R Foundation CEO Dr. Sachiko Kuno. "Applicants aren't required to know if their idea will spawn a for-profit, non-profit or government solution, but simply be committed to applying new thinking to empower social change."
Fellows at the Halcyon Incubator will live and work at the historic Halcyon House, an 18th century home located in the heart of Georgetown and renovated to create a inspiring space for social entrepreneurs. Unlike other start-up incubators, the Halcyon Incubator does not require equity in the fellow's venture, but only a commitment to growing ideas to achieve social change.
Applications and details on the program can be found here and the first class will begin on September 1, 2014.
To learn more about partnering with the Halcyon Incubator or sponsoring and supporting social change, please contact Kate Goodall, [email protected] 202-298-6007.
About Halcyon Incubator
The Halcyon Incubator was founded on the principle that intrepid individuals with transformative ideas can solve 21st century challenges. In an effort to empower social change, the Incubator supports fearless social entrepreneurs through a unique 12-to 16-month fellowship, comprised of a four-month residency of intensive education and networking programs, eight months of rent-free workspace, complimentary strategic, legal and PR support, mentorship, as well as access to a network of potential funders from all sectors. The Halcyon Incubator does not require equity in the fellow's venture, but only a commitment to growing ideas to achieve meaningful social outcomes. For more information, visit www.halcyonincubator.org
About the S&R Foundation
The S&R Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created in 2000 to support talented individuals with great potential and high aspirations in the arts and sciences, especially those who are furthering international cultural collaboration. Its goals are simple, yet bold: to create, support and facilitate initiatives that encourage scientific and artistic innovation, and promote cultural and personal growth. For more information, visit www.SandRFoundation.org
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