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Applications Close Next Sunday!

Applications for AIM’s Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program and the AIM Founding to Give Program close next Sunday! Don’t miss your opportunity to join these high-impact programs. You can apply through our joint application form, which only takes 30 minutes to complete. Many of our prior program participants have been unsure of their fit when applying so we strongly encourage you to submit an application if in doubt!

Over the past five years, AIM has incubated 40 nonprofits, reaching over 35 million people and improving the lives of 1 billion animals. We’re looking for ambitious individuals ready to make a difference by founding field-leading organizations. If you're passionate about impactful work, this is your moment.

Apply now

Program Dates: 

  • Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program:
    • February-March 2025 (8 weeks)
    • August - September 2025 (8 weeks)
  • AIM Founding to Give:
    January 6 - March 28, 2025 (12 weeks)

Why Apply to the Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program?

Founding a charity is one of the most impactful and rewarding career paths for the right person. In just a few years, many of our incubated charities have grown from ideas into organizations improving the lives of millions of people and animals. We offer the training, funding, and mentorship you need to succeed, no matter your background. This could be your opportunity to make a lasting impact. The first application process step takes just 30 minutes—apply now!

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for ambitious, impact-driven individuals who prioritize results and are ready to launch and scale evidence-backed interventions. Whatever you’re background - whether consulting, for-profit entrepreneurship, a recent graduate, or something else entirely - this program could be an excellent fit for you.

Apply now

 

Our Top Charity Ideas:

  • Cage-free campaigns in the Middle East
  • Reducing keel bone fractures in hens
  • Fish welfare in East Asia
  • Digital pulmonary rehabilitation
  • CBT interventions to prevent crime

Many participants find their preferences evolve as they learn more, so don’t worry if you’re not fixed on one idea!

Read the full reports

Why Apply to AIM Founding to Give?

For-profit entrepreneurship can drive high-impact change, especially for those with experience in tech, founding companies, or working in emerging markets. You’ll join a cohort of talented, value-aligned co-founders with a stipend for up to 4 months to help you focus on building your business.

Who Should Apply?

We’re seeking exceptional founders ready to build impactful, fast-scaling companies. Ideal candidates include those with:

  • Technical backgrounds, especially in AI
  • Interest or experience in emerging markets
  • Previous experience in founding or fundraising

If you’re ready to aim big and create a company with a major impact, apply now!

Apply now

 

How Does The Joint Application Work? 

  • To express interest in multiple programs, you only need to submit one initial application form. We'll keep you updated as you progress through the application stages. Even if you don't receive an offer, we may still connect you with relevant opportunities in our network.
  • We value your time and will only invite you to the next stage if you have a strong chance of success. While we can’t provide individual feedback for rejections, our test tasks are designed to be valuable for both you and our selection process.
Apply now

 

Referrals

Many of our best candidates are those recommended to us by members of the EA community. The quality of our co-founding teams is likely one of the strongest determinants of our incubated organizations’ success. Taking a few minutes to think about anyone you know who could be an excellent candidate for our programs is hugely valuable to us at AIM. Recommending someone accepted into our programs could be one of the most impactful ways to spend a few minutes of your time. 

You can submit candidate recommendations through this form.

Submit a referral

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