Jane's Fellowship - The Russell Family Foundation

Supporting Pierce County Leaders to Make a Difference

UPDATE as of May 3rd, 2021: We are now accepting applications for Jane’s Fellowship Program Class 9. Are you a community member actively serving Pierce County communities and looking to deepen your skills? Find out “How to Apply” in the drop-down menu below.

Jane’s Fellowship Program (JFP) engages leaders, actively serving Pierce County, who are interested in expanding their skills, broadening their networks and exchanging perspectives with other local leaders. This program offers skills training, experiential learning and personal development in a supportive cohort setting. Topics include exploring your mission and role as a leader, working effectively in the community, connecting your work to a wider context and preparing for the future. Upon completing the program, leaders are invited to join a graduate network, to continue their leadership journey and community work within a system of ongoing support.

2004

Year Established

87

Grassroots Leaders

$1.3M

In Stipend and Grant Support

Program Details

Jane’s Fellowship Class 9 begins October 2021 and runs until September 2022. If selected, fellows should plan for a hybrid in-person and virtual cohort experience in alignment with Washington State guidelines for COVID-19 health and safety.

WHO: Jane’s Fellowship Program is for people who live in Pierce County, care about their communities, and are willing to lead for the common good. Fellows in the program broaden their self-awareness, community networks and understanding of issues impacting Pierce County. Successful fellows desire skills, experience, information and networks to support their community goals and commit to self-awareness and mutual learning within a cohort of their peers. Fellows must agree to consistent participation, respect differences among others in the program, and be open to new perspectives and personal growth.

WHAT: In this 12-month program, fellows meet bi-weekly to share in skills training and experiential learning. The curriculum is grounded in values of social and racial equity, informed action and integrative practice. Topics include exploring your purpose, working effectively in community, and connecting your work to a wider context. Resources are provided to fellows to help offset the costs of participation and make it feasible. This includes stipends and leadership development account funds for self-development and personal education goals.

WHY: From its inception, Jane’s Fellowship Program has reflected The Russell Family Foundation’s desire to continue the “deep and dynamic” work of its matriarch, Jane Russell, by investing in and elevating local leaders. Today, Jane’s Fellowship Program believes that offering Pierce County community members dedicated time and resources will amplify their personal investments and further their support of community.

VIRTUAL INFO SESSIONS: Interested in Jane’s Fellowship Program but want to learn more before applying? The Russell Family Foundation is hosting three Virtual Info Sessions open to all. Info sessions will be held on:

Tuesday, May 18th 12PM – 1PM PT
Tuesday, June 1st 5PM – 6PM PT
Wednesday, June 23rd 12PM – 1PM PT

To sign up for an info session, please fill out this short survey to gain virtual access: Jane’s Fellowship Program Class 9 Recruitment Info Sessions Survey (surveymonkey.com)

How to Apply

Jane’s Fellowship Program (JFP) seeks up to 13 people for Class 9, actively serving Pierce County communities and engaging a diverse range of community interests. Applicants may be volunteers or paid staff who are a part of expanding the quality of life for their community.

We are now accepting applications for Jane’s Fellowship (JFP) Class 9. Applications are open Monday, May 3rd, 2021 through Friday, July 2nd, 2021.

How to Apply:

Download and review the TRFF JFP Class 9 Brochure to ensure this program is a fit with your goals and interests.
Download and complete the TRFF JFP Class 9 Application and return it to jfp.app@trff.org OR mail to:
Jane’s Fellowship Program
The Russell Family Foundation
P.O. Box 2567 Gig Harbor, WA 98335

All applications are due by Friday, July 2nd 2021.

Questions about applying to JFP? Please call us at 253.857.1664 or email us at jfp.app@trff.org. If you need technical support or assistance filling out your application, please reach out.

Virtual Info Sessions: Interested in Jane’s Fellowship Program but want to learn more before applying? The Russell Family Foundation is hosting three Virtual Info Sessions open to all. Info sessions will be held on:

Tuesday, May 18th 12PM – 1PM PT
Tuesday, June 1st 5PM – 6PM PT
Wednesday, June 23rd 12PM – 1PM PT

To sign up for an info session, please fill out this short survey to gain virtual access: Jane’s Fellowship Program Class 9 Recruitment Info Sessions Survey (surveymonkey.com)

Meet the Fellows

Jane’s Fellowship Program (JFP) has engaged 87 individuals in Pierce County in their leadership journeys. Browse our most recent fellowship graduates, Class 8 (2019-2020), below and click on their photos to learn more about their work. Scroll right to see other graduates of our program. If you are a graduate and would like to engage with the Grad Network, please contact JFP Program Manager Necashaw Montgomery. We thank and honor all of our present and past fellows for your commitment to our community and our shared home.