Board Members

BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attending meetings: Board members should attend meetings regularly, where they can discuss and make decisions on important topics.
• Setting goals: Board members work with the board to set goals and objectives, and ensure that they are met.
• Oversight: Board members work with management to ensure that the organization is meeting its goals and operating ethically.
• Advocacy: Board members publicly advocate for the organization to maintain a positive standing in the community.
• Fundraising: Board members may make connections with potential donors, maintain relationships with current donors, and arrange partnerships with businesses.
• Evaluating the executive director: Board members evaluate the executive director to ensure they are meeting their goals, and provide feedback on their strengths and areas for improvement.
• Legal and ethical obligations: Board members have legal duties to act diligently, with loyalty to the organization, and comply with all legal and ethical obligations.
• Shaping the organization: Board members contribute to the organization's culture and vision, and improve its strategic focus and effectiveness.
• Appointing committee members: Board members appoint people to committees and assign committee chairs.
• Hiring and compensating leadership: Board members hire and set compensation for executive leadership.
• Adopting policies: Board members adopt policies to address conflicts of interest. 

We look forward to reviewing your application! Thank you for your commitment to mission-driven work!