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Deadline PassedNew York State Education Department · 2026

My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program

Quick Facts

Agency: New York State Education Department
Funding: Varies
Deadline: September 1, 2026 (Passed)
Status: Deadline Passed
Eligibility: Rising 12th-grade high school students in New York State, with an emphasis on boys and young men of color.

About This Grant

My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program is sponsored by New York State Education Department. Provides rising 12th-grade high school students, with an emphasis on boys and young men of color, with opportunities to gain authentic leadership experiences and develop service projects beneficial to their schools and communities.

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Fellows Program | New York State Education Department New York State Education Department Freedom of Information (FOIL) Bilingual Education & World Languages Career & Technical Education Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Office of the Professions Teacher and Leader Development Vocational Rehabilitation Standards and Instruction Career and Technical Education Educational Design and Technology Standards and Instruction Office of State Assessment New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) English as a Second Language Tests Certification & Licensing Pupil Personnel Services Staff Business and Program Accounts Help Pupil Transportation Services Religious and Independent School Support Data Privacy and Security Teacher Opportunity Corps II Family and Community Engagement Program Indigenous Education Program The Story of MBK in New York State Booklet My Brother's Keeper Fellows Program 2021 MBK Fellows Madd Truth Mastermind Series --> MBK Fellows College Essay Masterclass MBK Fellows Mastermind Book Study Featured Spotlight: Leadership Workshop Full list of MBK Fellows spotlights The purpose of the My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program (MBKFP) is to provide rising 12th-grade high school students, with an emphasis on boys and young men of color, with opportunities to gain authentic leadership experience(s) and develop service projects beneficial to the schools they attend and the communities they live in.

The MBK Fellows are provided with authentic leadership opportunities in government, education, and business. In 2018, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) announced the inaugural class of MBK Fellows . Each year thereafter, NYSED has announced a new class of MBK Fellows.

Find the full list of MBK Fellows below.

First Class of MBK Fellows (2018) Second Class of MBK Fellows (2019) Third Class of MBK Fellows (2020) Fourth Class of MBK Fellows (2021) Fifth Class of MBK Fellows (2022) Sixth Class of MBK Fellows (2023) Seventh Class of MBK Fellows (2024) Eighth Class of MBK Fellows (2025) Ninth Class of MBK Fellows (2026) My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program 2026-2027 My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2026-2027 Application deadline: August 31, 2026 Archived grant application documents for 2025-2026: My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2025-2026 Application deadline: September 22, 2025 Archived grant application documents for 2023-2026: My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2023-2026 Application deadline: June 30, 2023 Informational Webinar - Posted 11/21/22 Questions and Answers - Posted 12/1/22 Archived grant application documents for 2022-2026: Round 2: My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2022-2026 Application deadline: March 17, 2023 My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2022-2026 Application deadline: January 13, 2023 Informational Webinar - Posted 11/21/22 Questions and Answers - Posted 12/1/22 Archived grant application documents for 2021-2022: My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program - RFA for 2021-22 Application deadline: October 1, 2021 Informational Webinar – Posted 8/31/21 Archived grant application documents for 2019-2022: MBK Fellows Program 2019-2022 Application deadline: December 6, 2019 Informational Webinar – Posted 10/7/19 Questions and Answers - Posted 10/25/19 Archived grant application documents for 2018: MBK Fellows Program (MBKFP) 2018 (archived information) MBK Fellows Program (MBKFP) 2018 Round 2 (archived information) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) High School Equivalency Test Professional Licenses & Certification Find a school report card Find high school graduation rates Find information about grants Get information about learning standards Get information about my teacher certification Obtain vocational services Verify a licensed professional File an appeal to the Commissioner About the New York State Education Department About the University of the State of New York (USNY) Business Portal for School Administrators FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) Incorporation for Education Corporations New York State Education Building NYSED General Information: (518) 474-3852 ACCES-VR: 1-800-222-JOBS (5627) High School Equivalency: (518) 474-5906 New York State Archives: (518) 474-6926 New York State Library: (518) 474-5355 New York State Museum: (518) 474-5877 Office of Higher Education: (518) 486-3633 Office of the Professions: (518) 474-3817 P-12 Education: (718) 722-2797 Adult Education & Vocational Services Office of Higher Education Office of the Professions

Eligibility Requirements

Rising 12th-grade high school students in New York State, with an emphasis on boys and young men of color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rising 12th-grade high school students in New York State, with an emphasis on boys and young men of color. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

When is the deadline for My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program?

The published deadline was September 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.

Who funds My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program?

My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program is funded by New York State Education Department. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Which states are eligible for My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program?

This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.

How do I apply for My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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