August 20, 2026 — New Orleans-based Camelback Ventures, a national organization that invests in and supports community-rooted entrepreneurs, has opened applications for its 2027 Camelback Ventures Fellowship and announced an updated Fellowship model aligned with its “Building a New Blueprint” strategic plan.
Selected Fellows will receive a $50,000 capital investment, business coaching and access to a national network of founders, investors, funders and partners through a 16-week hybrid Fellowship experience. The program is designed for early-stage founders developing solutions in education and education technology, health and wellness, workforce development, economic inclusion and systems change through policy and advocacy work.