We Are So Proud to Introduce Our Latest Group of Innovators


It was a difficult decision. We met so many wonderful change-makers along the way. Thank you to all who applied. Applications open again in August 2025.

The Learning Continues

Our trustees trip to Montgomery continues to reverberate in our lives.

Last month, we again welcomed the group (and some friends) to a discussion in NYC on the Impact of Multigenerational Trauma on Youth Development


Featured Speakers were Exalt founder Gisele Castro in conversation with Rutgers University Professor Edward Fergus.

We Got Together for a Holiday Party

It's been... a year. And while there has been some real progress as well as stunning setbacks, we gathered to connect, share joy and affirm that we are in it together.

Cool Job Alert

BEAM is Seeking a Director

of National Programs


Salary: $95,000-$115,000

Location: Flexible within the US


Do you have experience leading a team and also, managing a growing program? Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics, one of our longtime residential Accelerator organization, is creating this very interesting and crucial job.


"The successful candidate will support the development of students from marginalized backgrounds by working with teachers at elementary schools as well as by giving students direct access to an online platform and programming for their families. The goal is to develop a nationwide cohort of students who will continue with BEAM's programs long term."


Experience managing hybrid teams is a plus. 

Learn more here

Some Interesting Opportunities...

UP Foundation Grants


Deadline: Dec. 20th.


The grant cycle for our friends at Unleashing Potential Foundation (or UP) is now OPEN! Their grants range from $5,000-$20,000. They fund some very cool things in New York City. And we're happy to pass along information about their selection process.

Learn more here

Get Paid to Live/Learn

at Columbia University


If not you, who?


Deadline: Dec. 16th


We know, we know. It sounds intimidating. Obama? Columbia University? But they are looking for emerging leaders (maybe you?) who have made meaningful contributions to their field (again, is this you?) and... are at a breakthrough moment in their career.

(Yes, yes, YOU!)


This amazing program -- which includes a free year at Columbia University, an apartment and living expenses -- has supercharged several people in our network. If it's a fit, don't be shy. Apply!

Learn more here
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The EGF Accelerator is supporting strong leaders in sustainable nonprofits that are working to improve the education and life outcomes for low-income New Yorkers. We offer incubation, advanced leadership development, a remote Fellows program, and fund journalism about educational equity. Want to know more? Drop us a line. Peg@egfaccelerator.org