FAIL.RISE.FUNDED.
We back the brave who bounce back
WHAT IS THE FAILURE FUND?
We're not here to sugarcoat it. Career failure happens. Layoffs happen. Skills become obsolete. But what happens next? That's where we come in.
MICROGRANTS
Direct financial support for training, certifications, and career transitions
UPSKILLING
Access to cutting-edge courses and certifications in high-demand fields
MENTORSHIP
One-on-one guidance from industry leaders who've been where you are
COMMUNITY
A network of resilient professionals supporting each other's comeback
WHY WE EXIST
of professionals will experience a major career setback
skilled workers displaced by automation annually
of Fortune 500 companies from 2000 no longer exist
The world changed. Industries vanished overnight. But society still treats career failure like a personal flaw. We're here to change that narrative.
FROM FAILURE TO FIGHTBACK
Sarah M.
Former Marketing Director
"After 15 years in traditional marketing, I was laid off when my company went digital-first. The Failure Fund didn't just give me money for a coding bootcamp—they gave me hope."
Now: Senior UX Designer at a Fortune 500 company
Marcus T.
Former Factory Supervisor
"When automation replaced my entire department, I thought my career was over at 45. The mentorship program connected me with someone who believed in my potential."
Now: Cloud Infrastructure Specialist
Jennifer L.
Former Retail Manager
"Three store closures in five years left me feeling worthless. The Failure Fund community showed me that resilience is a superpower, not a consolation prize."
Now: E-commerce Strategy Consultant
HOW IT WORKS
APPLY
Tell us your story. No shame, no judgment. Just honest conversation about where you've been and where you want to go.
TRAIN
Get matched with funding, courses, and a mentor who's walked your path. Build skills that matter in today's economy.
RESTART
Launch your comeback with confidence. Join our network of professionals who turned their lowest point into their launching pad.
SUPPORT THE MISSION
FOR DONORS
Your contribution doesn't just fund a course—it funds a comeback. Every dollar goes directly to someone ready to fight their way back to relevance.
- 100% of donations go to participants
- Quarterly impact reports
- Tax-deductible contributions
FOR PARTNERS
Join companies and educational institutions who understand that talent comes from unexpected places— including the ashes of career failure.
- Access to motivated, resilient talent
- Corporate social responsibility impact
- Mentorship and hiring opportunities
#IAMNOTAFAILURE
Share your comeback story. Challenge the stigma. Show the world that failure is just the first chapter, not the whole book.