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Founding Board Member (Volunteer) – American Civic Power

Remote, Volunteer must be in United States
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    September 18, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays evenings, Weekends daytime
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Board meets quarterly (four times per year), with occasional email check-ins between meetings.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Education, Environment & Sustainability, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Policy

    Description

    Overview

    American Civic Power is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building civic education tools and technology to help everyday people understand and engage with their local and state government. We're recruiting founding board members to help guide strategy and governance as we grow.

    Responsibilities

    • Attend four board meetings per year covering budget approval, strategic direction, and governance oversight
    • Contribute to strategic decisions as a founding member of the board
    • Help build the organization's credibility, network, and reach

    Compensation & Time Commitment

    This is a volunteer position — unpaid, four meetings a year.

    Qualifications

    Open to candidates from any background who care about civic engagement, government transparency, and democratic participation. Experience in nonprofit governance, law, fundraising, communications, or public policy is a plus, but not required.

    Learn more at americancivicpower.com and mycivicsphere.com.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in United States
    Associated Location
    Huntington Station, NY, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please include a brief note about your interest in serving on the board along with any relevant experience.

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