Applications are open for the O’Shaughnessy Fellowships & Grants 2026, a globally competitive programme supporting individuals working on ambitious ideas with the potential to drive meaningful progress across science, technology, and the arts.
Backed by O’Shaughnessy Ventures (OSV), the initiative takes an unconventional approach—funding people rather than institutions. It prioritises independent thinkers, builders, and creators, offering them the freedom to pursue high-impact work without equity requirements, academic constraints, or corporate oversight.
Programme Overview
The programme is structured to support individuals at different stages of their journey—from those developing early concepts to those ready to dedicate a full year to building transformative solutions.
Selected Fellows receive substantial funding and access to a global network of innovators, while additional applicants are awarded smaller grants to accelerate specific ideas or projects.
Fellowship Funding and Benefits
O’Shaughnessy Fellowship
- $100,000 in equity-free funding
- One-year programme duration
- Fully remote and location-independent
- No ownership taken and no formal reporting structures
- Direct access to a global network of founders, investors, and experts
O’Shaughnessy Grants
- Up to 20 grants of at least $10,000
- Designed to support early-stage ideas or targeted execution
- Full access to the OSV innovation network
- Automatically considered through the same application
Who Should Apply
The programme is open to individuals worldwide, regardless of academic background or professional credentials.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Self-directed initiative and independent execution
- Proven ability to build, create, or solve problems
- Resourcefulness and resilience in advancing ideas
- A clear vision for impactful, unconventional work
The programme welcomes applicants from diverse fields, including science, engineering, entrepreneurship, creative arts, and social innovation.
