Jane’s Fellowship

Through Jane’s Fellowship Program, Fellows will:

• Deepen leadership skills and perspectives with a variety of tools and resources.
• Foster nourishing relationships with other Fellows and broaden networks by accessing Pierce County trainers, community leaders, and graduates of JFP.
• Encourage collaborations through informed action, integrative practice and deeper awareness.

Fellows receive training and opportunities to practice new skills and build knowledge on:

• Group facilitation

• Navigating conflict and difference
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Leveraging personality strengths and communication style
• Self-awareness, mindfulness, and restorative practices
• Storytelling
• Clarifying your personal mission and vision
• Strengthening communities by addressing systemic challenges and expanding access to opportunities

Eligibility 

• Be a resident of Pierce County
• 24 years of age or older
• Able to commit to consistent participation in regularly scheduled activities for the duration of the 12-month program

Ideal Candidate 

• Volunteers or works within Pierce County neighborhoods and communities, often without formal job titles or positional power, institutional affiliation, and structures. JFP seeks candidates who are taking action at the grassroots level, in partnership with others, to expand the quality of life in their community but may lack access to opportunities or resources to invest in their own leadership potential

• Desires personal growth, exposure to new tools and resources to expand their leadership capacity, and opportunities to practice self-reflection and accountability within a cohort setting
• Demonstrates respect for differences among people regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, geographic area, type of work, military service status, religion, faith or worldview
• We will recruit a class of 13-15 fellows

Time Commitment 

Participation is key to the success of the program. Fellows commit to engaging in orientation and kickoff events, regular cohort gatherings, retreats, reflection and assessment conversations, occasional readings and independent work, and the graduation celebration.

Resources for Fellows 

• Fellows receive a stipend of $8,500 to honor their investment of time, based on meeting participation requirements
• Fellows are eligible for up to $2,500 for coaching, training and educational opportunities that support their leadership development and learning goals

About Jane 

Jane Russell was the matriarch of the Russell Family and inspiration for JFP.  Jane was a mother and businesswoman who mentored emerging leaders by supporting their drive and challenging them to grow. In 2004, The Russell Family Foundation created JFP to honor her memory and continue her investment in supporting grassroots leadership and amplifying their ability to make a difference in Pierce County.  To date, 144 people have participated in JFP.

We have closed applications for JFP Class 13 (2026). Please visit us again in Summer 2026 to apply for the next class.