The O’Shaughnessy Fellowship is a one-year program designed for individuals who want to pursue bold, unconventional ideas without the constraints of traditional funding. It offers financial support with no equity, no formal thesis requirements, and no oversight from committees or institutions. Instead, the focus is entirely on giving fellows the freedom to build, explore, and execute their vision on their own terms. The program brings together a global cohort of thinkers, builders, and creatives, all united by a shared ambition to shape the future in meaningful ways.
Over the past three years, the fellowship has drawn applicants from more than 160 countries and funded over 75 individuals working across science, technology, art, and social impact. Projects have ranged from developing synthetic cells and researching anti-aging biology to preserving endangered languages, creating original media, and designing innovative hardware solutions. By prioritizing people over process, the O’Shaughnessy Fellowship stands out as a rare opportunity for founders and creators to focus entirely on their work, backed by resources, community, and the freedom to bring ambitious ideas to life.