NINETY-NINE GIRLFRIENDS RESOURCES:
We consider ourselves a community of learners, and have been working together to study issues and share information about philanthropy, community, and community engagement. Here are some of the tools we have developed.

• In 2017, five "Community Study Teams" of ninety-nine girlfriends members studied the issues and bright spots in the five focus areas we fund. Their short reports provide a sense of what was found:

Community Study Team Brief: Arts & Culture
Community Study Team Brief: Education & Lifelong Learning
Community Study Team Brief: Environment & Sustainability
Community Study Team Brief: Family & Human Services
Community Study Team Brief: Health & Wellness

• In 2018, our Member Education Team led discussions about local philanthropy. A brief FAQ: "Philanthropy in a Nutshell" provides basic information about local philanthropy issues and bright spots.

• In 2019, our Member Education Team organized resources about nonprofit board effectiveness. This toolkit has lots of valuable tips for joining a nonprofit board, being a good board member and more. Check it out.