PLACES Fellowship Application

The final date to apply is July 30, 2013. You will not be able to save an unfinished application. Please be sure to read the PLACES Program Factsheet and have your supporting materials ready before beginning your application.

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Application Essays:

Please answer the following questions in a separate document and upload the document with your completed application. Please be sure to include your name and contact information. For each question your response should not exceed 150 words.

  1. How did you become involved in philanthropy?
  2. What skills or knowledge do you hope to obtain as a result of your participation in the fellowship?
  3. How will this add value to the work of your organization?
  4. This fellowship is intended for persons who are serving low-income neighborhoods or communities of color — how do you fulfill this requirement?

In addition to completing the above items, please upload a current resume and letter of recommendation from your supervisor. If your letter of recommendation is being sent directly to the Funders’ Network, please have an electronic copy sent to Kris Smith, Program Director, at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Demographic Information (Optional Section)

The Funders’ Network supports creating better pathways for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in philanthropy. TFN embraces the diversity of experiences and knowledge among the people we work with, particularly with regard to race, ethnicity, socio-economic background, gender, sexual orientation, age, and physical ability. Completing the questions in this section will give the Selection Committee information that will help it to ensure as rich and diverse mix of professionals in the fifth PLACES class as possible, who we expect to become an important segment of the future leadership pool for philanthropy and in communities.

Final Checklist: