Frequently Asked QuestionS

WHAT IS THE FELLOWS PROGRAM?

The Tory Burch Foundation will select approximately 120 Fellows from applicants who are legal residents of the fifty (50) United States, the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories. Each accepted founder will be added to a vibrant community with access to 

• A premier network of advisors and coaches 
• An exclusive digital platform for interacting with all members of the Fellows community, which includes hundreds of business owners in over a dozen industries
• High-touch bootcamps to support upskilling
• Virtual resource library
• Holistic founder support, including virtual therapy access through BetterHelp
• Additional resources and activities available based on your growth stage

HOW CAN I APPLY TO BE A TORY BURCH FOUNDATION FELLOW?

Applications can be submitted online only no later than November 11, 2025 at 11:59:59 ET. Incomplete applications are not valid.

IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE?

No. Applying to the program is free.

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A BUSINESS PLAN?

Business plans are not required for application, but they can give us additional insight into your vision and your company’s standing. If you do not have a business plan, consider using our business plan builder.

WHAT IF I HAVE A BUSINESS PLAN, BUT HAVE NOT LAUNCHED MY BUSINESS?

You must already be in operation to apply. Our program is for revenue-generating businesses only.

WHAT IF I’M A PART OWNER IN A BUSINESS?

Please apply, so long as you own the largest or equal stake in a business that is majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women. For example, a woman founder who owns 33% of the business she operates with two other women founders is eligible to apply.

CAN BOTH MY BUSINESS PARTNER, WHO IS ANOTHER WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR, AND I APPLY?

No, we only allow one entrepreneur per business to apply.

IF MY COMPANY DOES NOT OPERATE IN THE UNITED STATES CAN I APPLY TO BE A FELLOW?

No, your company must be registered and operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and United States territories.

CAN I SEND THE FOUNDATION SAMPLES OF MY PRODUCTS?

No, we will not accept products for consideration with the application. However, we encourage you to photograph your product and send it as part of the application.

I MISSED THE DEADLINE. WILL THERE BE OTHER OPPORTUNITIES TO APPLY?

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CAN YOU GIVE ME FEEDBACK AS TO WHY I WASN’T SELECTED?

We do not typically discuss applications before, during or after the application period. However, applicants who were referred by a Fellow, advisor or other member of the Tory Burch Foundation community will receive feedback on their application if they are not selected.

I’M HAVING TECHNICAL PROBLEMS SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION.

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