The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship trains and inspires new leaders in the movement to end hunger and poverty in the United States. During the 11-month fellowship, Emerson Fellows develop a deep understanding of effective solutions to hunger and poverty, and their own roles in achieving Zero Hunger in the United States.

Following orientation and field training in Washington, D.C., Emerson Fellows spend five months with community-based organizations throughout the United States involved in fighting hunger at the local level, such as grass roots organizing groups, food banks, economic development agencies, local advocacy groups and faith-based organizations. They then return to Washington for a second placement with organizations and government agencies focused on national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy.

Applications are encouraged from candidates reflecting diverse personal, educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds.