Fiscal Leadership Lab
The Fiscal Leadership Lab is a six-month program providing undergraduates with hands-on training in fiscal policy, advocacy, and leadership through regional and national activities.
Funder: Campus Compact
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026
Funding Amounts: No cost to participate; travel stipends ($300+) and all-expenses-paid D.C. trip provided.
Summary: Six-month leadership program for undergraduate students focused on fiscal policy, advocacy, and professional development through regional and national activities.
Key Information: Open to undergraduates in select metro regions; participation is free and includes travel support.
Description
The Fiscal Leadership Lab is a six-month, cohort-based leadership program designed to empower undergraduate students with knowledge and skills in fiscal policy, advocacy, and civic engagement. Led by Campus Compact in partnership with the Up to Us Leadership Network and funded by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, the program combines regional in-person meetings with national virtual trainings, culminating in a paid trip to Washington, D.C. Participants gain hands-on experience in policy development, community organizing, and professional networking, while building a foundation in fiscal literacy and leadership. The program is structured to support students from a variety of backgrounds who are interested in public service, policymaking, and community leadership.
