Religion Fellows
Aspen Religion Fellows is an 18-month fellowship supporting leaders to advance religious pluralism and justice through research, dialogue, and impactful projects in the U.S.
Funder: Aspen Institute
Due Dates: May 1, 2026: Full application deadline (applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EDT)
Funding Amounts: $15,000 per fellow for project implementation; travel and program costs covered; 18-month fellowship duration; 10 fellows selected.
Summary: Fellowship supporting rising leaders to advance religious pluralism and address social inequities through dialogue, research, and action.
Key Information: Applicants must be 25–40 years old and based in the U.S.; full-time students eligible.
Description
The Aspen Religion Fellows program, offered by the Aspen Institute’s Religion & Society Program, is an 18-month fellowship designed to develop and support rising leaders committed to advancing religious pluralism and addressing the intersections of religion, culture, and justice in American society. Through a cohort-based experience, fellows participate in in-person convenings, virtual gatherings, and receive mentorship to design and implement a project that fosters religious pluralism within their professional or community context. The program seeks to catalyze new ideas and approaches for leveraging faith-based insights to build a more just and inclusive world.
