The Russell Family Foundation Welcomes 15 Grassroots Leaders to Jane’s Fellowship Program Class 10

12-month program focused on leadership development launched January 5

GIG HARBOR, Wash., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Russell Family Foundation (TRFF) has announced its Class 10 cohort of Jane’s Fellowship Program (JFP), an initiative that supports grassroots and community-centered leaders in Pierce County who are making an impact on diverse issues in their communities. The leadership program’s Class 10 runs from January 2023 to December 2023.

Established in 2004, JFP’s newest class will be made up of 15 fellows. These fellows, leaders from the Pierce County community, will work together to strengthen their leadership skills through a mix of experiential learning and personal development. During the year-long program, the cohort will explore a wide range of topics selected to help them deepen their networks, address systematic inequities, increase their knowledge of Pierce County issues and more.

“I am delighted to introduce to you JFP Class 10 who truly embody the spirit of grassroots leadership here in Pierce County,” said Terrance McGehee, The Russell Family Foundation’s program manager. “We are honored to spend the next year learning alongside this year’s cohort and continue our commitment to encourage and support the work of grassroots and community-centered leaders.”

Over 30 community leaders applied to be a part of this year’s cohort, and the final group spans racial and cultural backgrounds, life experiences, and beyond. The diversity of fellows is a crucial…