VISION
program
The VISION Fellowship, established by Israeli tech entrepreneurs who aim to support the local ecosystem, provides aspiring entrepreneurs with a vision the funding, resources, and foundations needed to create the next big thing.
Freedom To Start
“The secret of getting ahead, is getting started.”
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Mark Twain
Many people have bright ideas, but most do not have the economic freedom to bring them to reality. Once you have a mortgage to pay, children to feed, and monthly bills to be on top of the probability of starting a new venture diminishes. The Vision Fellowship gives aspiring entrepreneurs 10 months of economic freedom to try new things, and a chance to fulfil their dreams.
Courses That Make A Difference
“Give ordinary people the right tools, and they will design and build the most extraordinary things.”
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Neil Gershenfeld
The Vision Fellowship provides a range of courses on entrepreneurship, company building, and leadership. We teach the critical tools to successfully start a new venture.
Our Network Is Yours
"Your network is your net worth."
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Porter Gale
One of the hardest things about being an aspiring entrepreneur is that you have not met everyone you will need to know to make your venture succeed. We can help connect you — to investors, partners, prospective customers — in Israel and beyond.
A long list of breakthroughs, internationally recognized businesses has developed in Israel over the years, which allowed the country to strengthen its economy and step to the forefront of innovation.
Our Business Innovation and Excellence Program, founded by both Israeli and American philanthropists and businessmen, was created to develop and enrich the next generation of Israeli businessmen. Our program founders believe that innovation is a skill that can be learned and improved, as opposed to a quality one is born with, which allows a person to achieve his personal and financial vision.
Our staff, funded by donations of a number of Jewish communities and investors from the United States, includes leading mentors and lecturers from the entire spectrum of the privately business community of Israel.
The program and it’s funders view eco-friendliness and environmentalism as a top priority.
“Thanks to the Vision Fellowship, access to some of the most successful entrepreneurs is at our fingertips.”
“The Vision Fellowship liberates us from the daily grind to work on our dreams. They give us mentorship, workshops, connections, and access to an otherwise inaccessible network.”
“It is truly an honor to be a Vision Fellow. I plan to pay them back tenfold.”
The Numbers
Business Innovation and Excellence / Curriculum
Over the span of a year, students will be exposed to practical academical knowledge, gain valuable experience in the field with a mentor with a highlight on excellence that define the Israeli business model.
Our goal – develop innovative new projects that will be used in our everyday lives, and therefore continue strengthening Israel’s economic growth.
Every student will receive the tools and knowledge to integrate themselves into the open market, and start-ups in particular. Students will also receive a salary and a scholarship.
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Do I need a pitch deck to apply?Yes. A short slide is a great way to clearly state your aims during the fellowship program.
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How many Vision Fellows do you select?Between 10 and 15 each year.
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How does the grant work?Fellows receive a stipend as determined by their financial needs during the Fellowship period.
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What is the Vision Fellowship?The Vision Fellowship is a fully paid, 10 month program for aspiring entrepreneurs with a vision to build the next NEXT. We provide a financial stipend, mentorship, courses and a network to our recipients.
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Is there an application deadline?Registration closed on 31 October 2022. For 2024 program registration begins on May 1st 2023.
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What are the application requirements?Anyone with a great idea, as a vetted by our application committee is a candidate. Age and previous experience are not driving factors. We are looking for hard working, highly driven individuals with an interest to learn and try new things, and with a vision to make an impact in the world.
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How long is the admission process?The process is intense and takes around 6 months.
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