The Envision Difference Fellowship Program
Shaping the Next Generation of Compassionate Leaders
The Envision Difference Fellowship is a two-year immersive volunteer program designed for driven students who are committed to creating meaningful change in their communities. Fellows gain hands-on experience at the intersection of public health, social advocacy, and community engagement — all while advancing their own personal and professional development.
Program Overview
Our fellowship is structured as a two-year journey, with each year building intentionally on the last. Fellows are guided by experienced mentors and gain exposure to real-world nonprofit work that directly serves the unhoused population.
Year One — Research & Discovery In the first year, Fellows dive deep into the research that underpins our mission. This phase focuses on understanding the social, psychological, and systemic factors that contribute to homelessness and the stigma surrounding it. Fellows contribute to ongoing research initiatives, analyze data, and help develop insights that inform Envision Difference's programs and advocacy work. This year equips Fellows with the academic and analytical foundation needed to drive evidence-based change.
Year Two — Difference in Action In the second year, Fellows move from research into practice. Through our Difference in Action initiative, Fellows take an active role in community-facing programs, applying what they've learned to real outreach efforts. This phase emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and direct engagement — giving Fellows the opportunity to see, firsthand, the tangible impact of their work.
What Fellows Receive:
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is open to undergraduate and graduate students from all academic backgrounds who share a passion for social justice, public health, and community service. We especially welcome students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, public health, research, and related fields. No specific major is required.
We look for Fellows who are:
Our Mission
The mission of Envision Difference is to alleviate the social stigma surrounding homelessness to improve the mental health of the unhoused.
Everything we do, including this fellowship, is in service of that goal. Fellows are not just volunteers; they are integral contributors to a movement working to shift how society sees and treats its most vulnerable members.
Program Details
Format: Remote
Duration: Two years (renewable by agreement)
Time Commitment: Flexible, with defined deliverables each year
Location: Remote and is open to students nationwide
Ready to Make a Difference?
Applications for the Envision Difference Fellowship are reviewed on a rolling basis. To learn more or express interest, reach out to us using our contact us page.
Envision Difference is a registered nonprofit organization. All fellowship placements are volunteer-based and governed by a formal Volunteer Fellowship Agreement.
The Envision Difference Fellowship is a two-year immersive volunteer program designed for driven students who are committed to creating meaningful change in their communities. Fellows gain hands-on experience at the intersection of public health, social advocacy, and community engagement — all while advancing their own personal and professional development.
Program Overview
Our fellowship is structured as a two-year journey, with each year building intentionally on the last. Fellows are guided by experienced mentors and gain exposure to real-world nonprofit work that directly serves the unhoused population.
Year One — Research & Discovery In the first year, Fellows dive deep into the research that underpins our mission. This phase focuses on understanding the social, psychological, and systemic factors that contribute to homelessness and the stigma surrounding it. Fellows contribute to ongoing research initiatives, analyze data, and help develop insights that inform Envision Difference's programs and advocacy work. This year equips Fellows with the academic and analytical foundation needed to drive evidence-based change.
Year Two — Difference in Action In the second year, Fellows move from research into practice. Through our Difference in Action initiative, Fellows take an active role in community-facing programs, applying what they've learned to real outreach efforts. This phase emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and direct engagement — giving Fellows the opportunity to see, firsthand, the tangible impact of their work.
What Fellows Receive:
- Verified Volunteer Hours — Documented service hours credited throughout both years of the program.
- Mentorship — One-on-one guidance from professionals in medicine, dentistry, research, public health, and nonprofit leadership.
- Career Development — Personalized support for Fellows pursuing careers in healthcare, research, or social impact fields.
- Meaningful Experience — Real, resume-building work that reflects a genuine commitment to community service and social change.
- A Network of Purpose-Driven Peers — Connection to a cohort of like-minded students and professionals dedicated to making a difference.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is open to undergraduate and graduate students from all academic backgrounds who share a passion for social justice, public health, and community service. We especially welcome students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, public health, research, and related fields. No specific major is required.
We look for Fellows who are:
- Self-motivated and reliable
- Intellectually curious and research-oriented
- Passionate about alleviating the stigma surrounding homelessness
- Ready to commit to a two-year journey of learning and service
Our Mission
The mission of Envision Difference is to alleviate the social stigma surrounding homelessness to improve the mental health of the unhoused.
Everything we do, including this fellowship, is in service of that goal. Fellows are not just volunteers; they are integral contributors to a movement working to shift how society sees and treats its most vulnerable members.
Program Details
Format: Remote
Duration: Two years (renewable by agreement)
Time Commitment: Flexible, with defined deliverables each year
Location: Remote and is open to students nationwide
Ready to Make a Difference?
Applications for the Envision Difference Fellowship are reviewed on a rolling basis. To learn more or express interest, reach out to us using our contact us page.
Envision Difference is a registered nonprofit organization. All fellowship placements are volunteer-based and governed by a formal Volunteer Fellowship Agreement.
