2027 York Federal Fellows Application

York Federal Fellows Application

Class of 2027
Deadline for Peer Reader Feedback: 5:00 PM, September 10, 2026

Final Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, September 24, 2026

The Fellows Program offers outstanding nonprofit executive leaders the opportunity to spend a year developing professionally and personally while expanding their leadership skills. With a grant of up to $7,500, Fellows can pursue their goals and connect with other executives through regular workshop sessions throughout the year.

The Fellowship will:
- Strengthen the ability of experienced nonprofit executives to lead their organizations.
- Strengthen connections among York County nonprofit executives.
- Make York County nonprofits stronger.
- Help meet community needs
Eligibility:

Applicants must be current executive directors, CEOs, or individuals in strategic leadership positions within nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or government in York County, PA. Eligible roles include:
- President
- Executive Director
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Program Officer
- Other executive-level employees being groomed for the C-suite
Applicants must have held their current role for at least 12 months at the start of the program in January 2027. Those not meeting this criterion will not be considered.

Cohort Size:

The class of 2027 will include 4 Fellows. While the program typically welcomes 3 Fellows per year, generous support from the York County Community Foundation has allowed us to expand the cohort to include an additional Fellow this year.
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Will you have held a senior-level position with your current nonprofit employer for at least 12 months at the start of the program in 2027? Eligible positions include President, Executive Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Program Officer, and other executive-level employees being groomed for the C-suite.
Can you confirm that you are the only applicant from your organization’s staff and Board of Directors applying for a fellowship?

Fellowship Proposal
Please write a biographical statement that addresses the priorities of the York Federal Fellows program. Be sure to include elements from both your personal and professional/organizational life.

The York Federal Fellows program priorities for applicants are:
- Demonstrated strategic leadership within your field.
- A collaborative approach to leadership within the York community.
- Alignment with the mission, vision and values of the White Rose Leadership Institute.
- Several years of leadership experience in current or prior nonprofit, educational, or governmental roles.
- Plans that meaningfully enhance your capacity as a community leader, both professionally and personally.
- Plans that stretch boundaries or would otherwise be unattainable without the fellowship.
- Plans that add value to the York County nonprofit community.
Personal & Organizational Biographical Statement
Description of Fellowship Plan/Activities: What specific activities do you intend to pursue with the Fellowship funds?
Please provide links to any programs included in your Fellowship plan.
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Please provide links to any programs included in your Fellowship plan.
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Please provide links to any programs included in your Fellowship plan.
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Professional Goals
What professional goals or areas of growth do you hope to achieve over the next 1–3 years?
Personal Goals
What personal goals or areas of growth do you hope to achieve over the next 1–3 years?
How will this fellowship help you achieve your stated goals?
What is the anticipated impact of your plan on your leadership development?
What is the anticipated impact of your plan on the York County community?
What is your experience with collaborative forms of leadership or projects? Please include description of your role in those projects.
Why is this the right time for you to pursue your fellowship?
Additional Information
Is there anything else you would like us to know about your Fellowship plans?
Budget
- The York Federal Fellows grant award is now capped at $7,500. Seventy percent (70%) or more of the York Federal Fellowship funding must be used for professional development, with a maximum of 30% of funding being used for personal growth.
- Detailed budget document with total cost of proposed Fellowship Program activities must be provided.
- If applicable, please explain how a variance between your YFF funding request and the budgeted cost will be handled.
Please download the York Federal Fellows Budget Template here, update with your information and upload your completed budget below.
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Total Cost of Proposed Fellowship Program
Budget Requested
Additional Funding Required Above the $7,500

Supporting Documents
Please upload the following:

If your organization does not have one of the required documents listed below, please include a written statement explaining the reason. Applications missing any required documents, or the accompanying written statement, will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
A copy of your organization’s IRS Determination letter

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Organization's most recent independent audit or financial review

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Organization's most recent 990

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Board of Directors List

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Letter of endorsement of applicant’s Board President or a Board Officer and (if applicable) letter of endorsement from Executive Director or CEO

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Optional: letter of recommendation from a YFF Alumnus/Alumna

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Please share the name(s) of any YFF alumni who advised you through the application process.
The list of YFF alumni can be viewed here
Please note, if selected:
If you are not selected for a Fellowship this year, you are absolutely encouraged to seek feedback and apply again in the future!
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