A Day in the Life of a Fellow at MCNY
9:00-9:15 – Grounding I start my mornings by checking my email, responding to any messages, and planning my schedule for the day. I find this
Natalia Wang
September 19, 2023
The FAO Schwarz Fellows Blog
Explore personal stories and reflections from current and former Fellows for a closer look at the experience of becoming a social impact leader.
Nurturing Tomorrow’s Visionaries: Running a Fellowship Program for Executive Leaders
In a world driven by innovation, leadership, and social impact, the role of executive leaders has never been more crucial. These leaders, armed with the
Liana Brodsky
August 24, 2023
FAO Schwarz Fellowship: Alumni by the Numbers
Fellows make an incredible impact during their two years with their host organizations and go on to do some pretty amazing things. From running for
FAO Schwarz Fellowship
August 22, 2023
FAO Schwarz Fellowship Announces Increase in Fellowship Salaries for 2024-2026 Cohort
The FAO Schwarz Fellowship has announced a salary increase for Fellows starting with the 2024-2026 cohort.
FAO Schwarz Fellowship
July 17, 2023
How the Unique Benefits of the Fellowship Enhance Opportunities for both Fellows and Nonprofit Host Partners
Last year, Fellows really did “lead the change” by working to pass legislation, helping to create and expand key programs to better serve their communities,
FAO Schwarz Fellowship
July 11, 2023
Collective Creativity: Confronting the Problem of Collisions Head On
My special project as an FAO Schwarz Fellow is to take an active role in NYC Audubon’s Lights Out advocacy. This effort has been slowly
Jesse McLaughlin
July 10, 2023
Significant and Measurable Growth: Reflecting on My Two-Year Fellowship
Approaching the end of my Fellowship, I have had several opportunities to reflect on the soft and hard skills I have gained from this experience
Jasmin Norford
June 27, 2023
Beyond the Two Years: What Fellows Are Doing Next
Upon completing the Fellowship, our alums go on to do amazing things. Some are running for office, some are in graduate school. Others are teachers,
FAO Schwarz Fellowship
June 21, 2023