Program · Fellowship
Recast Capital Enablement Program
Recast Capital Enablement Program is Recast Capital's fellowship offering hands-on guidance for emerging fund managers.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What Recast Capital Enablement Program offers
What Recast Capital Enablement Program is
Recast Capital's Enablement Program is a tuition-free educational initiative designed to support the next generation of venture capital fund managers. Founded by seasoned institutional investors Courtney McCrea and Sara Zulkosky (100% women-owned firm), the program provides hands-on firm-building guidance, fundraising strategies, and community support to emerging and pre-launch venture managers.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Fellowship
- Host organization
- Recast Capital
- Last reviewed
- June 18, 2026
Terms and economics
Published program terms
- Price
- Free
- Compensation
- No Compensation
Compensation and economics
The Enablement Program is a tuition-free initiative, meaning there is no cost for participants. It operates on a no-compensation model for the program itself.
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
The Recast Capital Enablement Program aims to support the next generation of venture capital fund managers, particularly those from underrepresented groups. By providing education, mentorship, and community support, the program seeks to enhance diversity and inclusion within the venture capital ecosystem.
Eligibility
Eligible participants include US-based emerging fund managers and pre-launch fund managers. International-based fund managers and those raising Fund III or beyond are not eligible.
Selection approach
The program is open to US-based emerging fund managers, pre-launch fund managers preparing to raise their initial fund, and mid-launch fund managers raising Fund I or Fund II. Interested participants can apply through Recast Capital's website.
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Sectors
- FintechHealthcareConsumer
- Regions
- United States
- Audience
- Fund Managers · General Partners · Investors
- Geographic eligibility
- United States
- Career stage
- Mid Career · Senior · Executive
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- Remote
- Main location
- Virtual/Online
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Cohort size
- 15
- Cohorts per year
- 2
- Engagement
- Part Time
Delivery model
The program is primarily virtual, with optional in-person components for participants.
Participation expectations
The program duration is 12 weeks, but specific time commitments for participants are not detailed.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Application Only
- Application materials
- Written Statement
Published timeline
The program lasts for 12 weeks per cohort, with multiple cohorts held annually in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
Participants receive hands-on mentorship, access to a network of limited partners, educational seminars, and community support. The program also provides guidance on firm building, fundraising strategies, and operational excellence.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
Since its launch in 2020, 109 funds have participated in the program, with a strong representation of women and people of color among participants.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
Recast Capital Enablement Program is published in Upseed as a fellowship program hosted by Recast Capital. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
June 18, 2026
Known limits
Terms, deadlines, and application states can change. Confirm current details at the published destination before acting. Upseed does not yet classify every Program destination as official.
Upseed is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or the official representative of this program or its host.