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Thiel Fellowship vs 776 Foundation Fellowship: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
Thiel Fellowship
A two-year, $200,000 grant program for innovators aged 22 or younger to pursue full-time projects instead of attending college.
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Global
fellowship
equity-free
mentorship
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776 Foundation Fellowship
Two-year full-time fellowship offering a $100,000 grant to young innovators aged 18–24 working on high-impact climate change projects; open globally and requires fellows to take a leave from or forgo university.
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Closes 4/14/2025Apr 14
Global
fellowship
equity-free
mentorship
+3 more
Side-by-Side Comparison
Funding
200000 USD
100000 USD
Education Level
Not yet received an undergraduate degree, Willing to drop out of or pause college if selected
Not specified
Age Range
Up to 22
18-24
Industry Focus
Not specified
climate change
Financial Benefits
US$200,000 grant disbursed over two years
$100,000 grant over two years, Quarterly funding disbursements
Mentorship
Guidance and support for project development and scaling
Mentorship from climate experts
Networking
Access to a global network of mentors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs, Opportunities for introductions to potential partners and funders
Community of peers tackling climate change
Program Location
remote
remote
Program Structure
Not specified
two-year full-time fellowship
Typical Cohort Size
20-30 fellows annually
20
Selection Criteria
Meaningful progress on a concrete vision, Commitment to work full-time on the project
Not specified
Type
fellowship
fellowship
Region
Global
Global
Duration
2 years
Not specified