Interledger Fellowship Program 2026

The Interledger Fellowship Program 2026 is a fully funded 12-month global fellowship for innovators, researchers, developers, educators, advocates, and creators addressing digital financial inclusion. Fellows receive substantial funding and project support to develop solutions that improve access to and participation in digital financial systems for underserved communities.

Significant funding support, global visibility, access to an international network, and space to focus on impactful work.

Ideal applicants include researchers, software developers, open-source contributors, educators, community organizers, entrepreneurs, policy experts, financial inclusion advocates, artists and storytellers, human rights advocates, and digital rights activists. The program especially values applicants working closely with underserved communities.

Applications must be submitted through the official Submittable platform; see the apply link for details.