Turn Your Skill Into Income.
Launch Your Business in 8 Weeks.
The Spring Fellowship is an intensive business accelerator for women ready to escape poverty and build micro-businesses that generate real revenue—fast
No business degree required. No startup capital needed.
Just a skill, a dream, and the courage to take the first step
Dates: May 1 – November 30, 2026 (Applications open February 1)
100% FREE for accepted participants
6 months of 1:1 business mentorship included
Taught by MBA professors & successful entrepreneurs
Faith-based, Christ-centered approach
Is Spring Fellowship Right for You?
This program is designed for women who:
Have a skill they can monetize (tailoring, baking, crafts, services)
Are ready to launch a business but don't know where to start
Live at or below 200% of the poverty line or are unemployed/underemployed
Want faith-based training that honors God in business
Can commit to 2 hours/week for 8 weeks + 6 months of mentorship
Are coachable, hungry, and ready to take action
NOT FOR:
Women already running profitable businesses (see our other programs)
Those looking for a "get rich quick" scheme
Anyone unwilling to commit to the full 8-month program
From Idea to Income in 8 Weeks
Weeks 1-2
Foundation
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Entrepreneurial mindset & overcoming poverty mentality
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Faith-based business principles (stewardship, integrity)
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Identifying your profitable skill
Weeks 5-6
Launch Prep
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Building your brand & social media presence
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Legal basics (registration, taxes, contracts)
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Sales & client communication
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Your 90-day launch plan
Weeks 3-4
Business Basics​​
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Business model for micro-enterprises
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Pricing for profit (not just survival)
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Marketing on a $0 budget
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Financial management 101
Weeks 7-8
Go Live
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Pitch your business to the cohort
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Public launch commitment
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Graduation celebration
Plus: 6 Months of 1:1 Mentorship
(June–November)
After training, you get a dedicated business mentor who will:
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Help you land your first 5 customers
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Troubleshoot challenges
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Celebrate revenue milestones
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Keep you accountable to your goals
Learn from Women Who've Built What You're Dreaming Of
Our Spring Fellowship is taught by a world-class team of educators and entrepreneurs:
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Academics who understand theory and frameworks
Practitioners who've launched businesses from scratch
Women who've overcome the exact barriers you're facing
Believers who integrate faith into every business decision
You're not just learning from textbooks—you're learning from leaders who've walked the path you're on.
Total Value: $2,500+ Your Cost: $0
Your $0 Investment Includes Everything You Need to Launch
When you're accepted into Spring Fellowship, you receive:
Comprehensive Training
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12 core business modules (live virtual sessions)
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Spring Fellowship workbook
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Limited access to recorded sessions
Global Community
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Peer learning circles (groups of 4-5 women)
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Monthly alumni networking
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Access to Dream Mentorship's global network of 1,600+ women
6 Months of 1:1 Mentorship
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Bi-weekly calls with your dedicated mentor (12 sessions)
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Unlimited messaging support
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Accountability and goal-setting
Graduation & Recognition
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Certificate of completion
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Public celebration event
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Featured in our Success Stories
Business Launch Materials
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Starter supplies for your business type (up to $250 value)
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Digital tools: Website domain, Canva Pro, payment setup
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Business registration guidance
Ongoing Support
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Monthly check-ins for first year
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Access to advanced training modules
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Opportunity to become a mentor for future cohorts