We are now accepting applications for 2010:
Host applications due October 1, 2009.
Fellow applications due November 9, 2009.

Thomas C. Wales Fellowship Program

The Thomas C. Wales Foundation Fellowship Program matches aspiring community leaders with non-profit organizations addressing critical community issues. The goals of the Fellowship Program are to develop community leadership through hands-on experience, increase the capacity of local nonprofit organizations, inspire a commitment to public service, and build a mutually-supportive network of civically engaged citizens.

Overview
The Wales Foundation matches non-profit organizations providing valuable learning, leadership, and mentorship opportunities with Fellows, scrupulously screened for their commitment and ability.

Organizations commit to maximizing each Fellow’s learning and leadership opportunities by offering one or more major projects and the mentorship of a senior staff member. Fellows serve between 180 and 200 hours between January and June and may receive academic credit for their efforts. TCWF serves as an independent resource for Fellows and organizations throughout the Fellowship, providing ongoing support, orientations, a series of workshops, and forums for Fellows to share their experiences.

TCWF Fellows learn the practical steps involved in moving a civic-minded idea from conception to fruition. Fellows observe and consult with leaders in action, and develop vital skills including writing, organizing, motivating, presenting, persuading and leading through hands-on experience.

History
In October 2004, we piloted the Thomas C. Wales Fellowship program. We have steadily expanded and enhanced the program each year since. In the past several years, the Fellowship Program has partnered with the following non-profit organizations: Arts Corps, Cascade Land Conservancy, CityClub, Compass Center, Compassion and Choices, Elderhealth Northwest, Equal Rights Washington, Executive Service Corps of Washington, Facing the Future, Housing Development Consortium, Justice Works!, Lettuce Link, Solid Ground, Minority Executive Directors Coalition, Northwest Harvest, Pacific Village Institute, Pride Foundation, Seattle Works, Technology Access Foundation, Teens in Public Service, Transportation Choices Coalition, Treehouse, and Washington Health Foundation.

How to Apply
Please review the following program overviews and submit the appropriate application forms for hosts or fellows. The deadlines for the 2010 Fellowship Program are October 1, 2009 for hosts, and November 9, 2009 for Fellows.

2010 Fellowship Program Overview for Fellows
2010 Fellows Application Form
2010 Fellows Optional Supplement

2010 Fellowship Program Overview for Hosts
2010 Host Application Form

2010 Sample Projects

Please contact our office with any questions: 233-2801 (area code 206). Email: fellowships (at) walesfoundation.org