Board Member (Development and Fundraising)

Environmental Leaders of Color (ELOC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Mount Vernon dedicated to empowering underserved youth across Westchester County through environmental education, computer science, and leadership development.

Environmental Leaders of Color is seeking a passionate, experienced development professional to join its Board of Directors. This Board Member will guide the organization's fundraising strategy, oversee development initiatives, and help secure the financial sustainability needed to expand its youth and community programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Development: lead the Board Development Committee and provide strategic direction for ELOC's fundraising initiatives and campaign plans.
• Donor and Sponsor Cultivation: identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with potential individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation partners.
• Campaign and Grant Oversight: guide fundraising campaigns, community appeals, and assist staff in identifying grant opportunities.
• Board Governance: actively participate in monthly board meetings, contribute to organizational governance, and serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for ELOC in the community.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated background in fundraising, development, or major donor/grant acquisition.
• Strong strategic thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Passion for youth empowerment, STEM education, and environmental advocacy.
• Previous nonprofit board experience is a plus, but not required.

Time Commitment and Schedule:

• 2-year board term.
• Monthly board meetings (~2 hours/month via Zoom) plus committee work and donor outreach (~3-5 hours/month total).
• Location is hybrid (Zoom for monthly board meetings, Mount Vernon for in-person duties).

Board candidates are reviewed and interviewed by our Executive Director, Diana Williams.