35 & YOUNGER? JOIN OUR FELLOWS PROGRAM

Ninety-nine girlfriends’ Fellows Program was created to encourage women 35-and-younger to bring their diverse voices and perspectives to our collective giving circle. 

The Fellows Program offers younger members the opportunity to:

• play a key role in our all-volunteer organization through service on a committee, team, or special project;

• attend social events, professional networking and educational opportunities specifically geared to younger members’ interests; and

• be matched with a mentor who can help you deepen your networks in and beyond ninety-nine girlfriends. 

The program is for you if you’re a member who:

• Is aged 21-35;

• Resides in Clark, Clackamas, Multnomah, or Washington counties;

• Wants to learn more about our region's philanthropic landscape and the strengths and needs of our nonprofit community;

• Demonstrates a commitment to sharing and growing the skills needed to sustain an all-volunteer giving collective.

There’s a short application for the Fellows program at this link, which allows us to learn a little more about your interest. You may remain in the Fellows program for one to three years. 

If you’d like to contribute your time as a Fellows mentor, please contact Michelle Hynes. 

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.