Edmund Hillary Fellowship (EHF) 2016 - 2026

Created to give life to the Global Impact Visa, the Edmund Hillary Fellowship
brought entrepreneurs, investors and innovators to Aotearoa New Zealand
to find and build solutions to our toughest challenges.

Over a ten-year journey, Edmund Hillary Fellows helped create New Zealand jobs, invested millions into Kiwi businesses, supported regional communities, and developed innovative solutions and technology from our shores, delivering a realised benefit of $111 for every $1 of government funds invested. Many laid down deep roots here, with a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the values and legacy of Sir Edmund Hillary.

While the organisation has now closed, the legacy continues through the Fellows and the impact they continue to create. The EHF name and legacy are held by The Hillary Institute, EHF's parent organisation.

500+ Fellows | 50+ Nationalities | $111 impact for every $1 invested by Govt

Fellows Directory

Fellows Directory

EHF - The Organisation

As an organisation, EHF was created to attract and welcome entrepreneurs, investors and innovators from around the world
who shared a commitment to building meaningful change - with and from Aotearoa - as basecamp for global impact.

The Fellowship

What began as a visa programme has evolved into a powerful and impact-focused community. Talented and connected innovators
have built deep connections with New Zealand communities, businesses, and innovation ecosystem, creating a positive global impact.