DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: YOUNGER MEMBERS

In 2024, with the launch of our new membership options, ninety-nine girlfriends is expanding our programming for younger members. During 2024-2025, the organization will offer social events, professional networking and educational opportunities specifically geared to younger members’ interests. Members aged 35 and under can also request to be matched with a mentor, and we’ll do our best to find someone who’s a good fit. We’re excited about shifting from a small “invitation only” cohort to including all interested members! 

If you’d like to help to shape this year’s plans, or you’d like to contribute your time as a mentor, please contact Michelle.

A little history. In 2017, ninety-nine girlfriends launched a Fellows Program that invited young women ages 20-35 to bring diverse voices and perspectives to our collective grant-making. We invited women residing in our four-county region (Clackamas, Clark, Multnomah, and Washington counties) who had a commitment to learning about philanthropy and deepening their awareness of our region’s needs. 

Through 2022, we selected a new cohort each year via a short application process. Each Fellow received a subsidized membership for a period of three years, curated professional development opportunities, encouragement to join a committee, and one-on-one mentoring. Read about the current Fellows and the program’s Alumni here.