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Community Enterprise Accelerator (CEA) Fellowship

Cohort 3 Applications Now Open

Ready to transform your Bronx business?

Application Deadline: July 28, 2025 (EXTENDED)

The Community Enterprise Accelerator (CEA) is now accepting applications for our third cohort of Bronx entrepreneurs. This 9-month fellowship provides $15,000 in grant funding, personalized coaching, and connections to a supportive community of peers, advisors, and resources.

Benefits of Our Competitive Fellowship Program

The CEA was created to support ambitious, under-recognized entrepreneurs who are making a difference in The Bronx. Our program is designed to help you overcome common business challenges, strengthen your operations, and position your business for sustainable growth.

Financial Support

  • $15,000 in grant capital
  • Distributed in monthly installments to support your strategic priorities
  • No equity taken, no repayment required.

Personalized Business Development

  • One-on-one coaching sessions with experienced business advisors
  • Strategic planning support and implementation guidance
  • Documentation of your key systems and processes

Powerful Connections

  • Monthly in-person events with Bronx stakeholders and business leaders
  • Introductions to potential partners, clients, and resources
  • Peer collaboration with fellow entrepreneurs facing similar challenges

Ongoing Alumni Support

  • Continued access to the CEA network and resources after graduation
  • Invitation to exclusive alumni events and opportunities
  • Peer mentorship opportunities with future cohorts

Program Timeline

December 2025 - September 2026

Are You Eligible?

Mission-Focused Selection: This program was created specifically to address historical barriers and systemic inequities faced by Black and Hispanic/Latino entrepreneurs in The Bronx. Aligned with this mission, priority consideration will be given to applicants from these underrepresented communities.

Ready to Apply?

Application Deadline: July 28, 2025, 11:59 PM EST (EXTENDED)

  1. Step 1: Complete the form below to begin your application.
  2. Step 2: After submitting the form,s you'll receive a link to the full application via email. Be sure to check your spam folder if you don't see it in your inbox.
  3. Step 3: Selected applicants will be invited for interviews in August 2025.
  4. Step 4: Fellows will be announced in November 2025.
Questions? info@ceabx.org

Begin Your Application

Step 1: Fill out the initial interest form below to start your application process.

After submitting this form, you’ll receive a link to the full application via email.