Foundation helps students turn their interests into world-class achievements


Foundation is a project-based fellowship for NYC's brightest students with three core tracks: writing, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Writers will write a book, publish it, and promote it. Technologists will build and ship technology to solve real-world problems. Entrepreneurs will build businesses that make real revenue. Your existing skills don't matter, but a willingness to learn does.

If none of the tracks seem like a fit, apply anyway. We're open to creating special tracks for the right students. We believe the gap between student projects and professional outcomes is small but poorly understood. Foundation bridges that gap.

Foundation runs focused work sessions every Sunday until May 2025. When there are roadblocks, students will work with instructors who've turned similar interests into careers to overcome them. Along with mentorship and space, students will have access to up to $5,000 in funding for their work.

Thanks to our donors, Foundation is 100% free. Our first cohort starts on December 8th. If you're a 13-16 year-old in NYC, apply below by November 17th at 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Read our syllabus for more details.

Our tracks are guided by Michael, Ibbi, and Ashritha at Powerhouse Arts, and advised and funded by leaders in entrepreneurship and education.

All instructors go through a NY State background check and fingerprinting process. All sessions and mentorship happen in a group setting.