Emerging Leaders Council (Junior Board Position)

About Learn Fresh

Learn Fresh is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering students with essential STEM skills that will equip them for success in a global economy. By leveraging students' passion for sports and entertainment, Learn Fresh programs inspire leadership, academic growth, and career exploration across industries. Our programs serve as an early intervention in career pipelines, preparing students for a future where STEM proficiency and problem-solving abilities are key to success.

Through engaging, fun, and impactful learning experiences, Learn Fresh programs like NBA Math Hoops, MLB Players STEM League, MLS STEM Goals, and EcoTour help students develop critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership skills. To date, we have reached over 1.5 million students across the US and internationally, making a lasting impact on their academics and personal growth.

Learn Fresh partners with over 30 professional sports organizations to create an authentic and immersive experience for our students. Our flagship program, NBA Math Hoops, is a comprehensive community program, digital and physical board games, mobile app, and classroom curriculum. The program develops students’ algebra readiness prior to entering high school, while strengthening important skills including self-regulation and executive function. Students who complete the program demonstrate a 30 percent increase in math achievement over their peers in a traditional math curriculum and an overwhelming 93 percent of educators report that their students now find math to be more accessible, relevant, and engaging! MLB Players STEM League is a baseball-inspired program for middle-school age youth.The program brings to life the energy of the sport through a board game and curriculum that cultivate students’ math and executive function skills. In 2024, Learn Fresh launched two new programs: MLS STEM Goals and EcoTour. MLS STEM Goals integrates customizable, grade-aligned STEM content, along with real MLS team statistics, into a soccer-themed board game and community program. EcoTour features an engaging physical game and curriculum designed to enhance students' environmental and financial literacy skills.

To learn more check out our Annual Report.

Opportunity

Learn Fresh is seeking ambitious, enthusiastic young professionals to join our Emerging Leaders Council (ELC). Members of the ELC aid in building awareness for Learn Fresh and its programs across the United States. The Council will collaborate to host networking events (ex: Happy Hours, Prospective Donor Events, etc.) for Learn Fresh in their respective regions, as well as drive the development of donor events and campaigns (including end of year giving efforts).

Preferred Locations:

Los Angeles, CA, Washington D.C./DMV, Indianapolis, IN, Milwaukee, WI, Washington D.C., Sacramento, CA, Cleveland, OH, Austin, TX, Delaware (or Mid-Atlantic Region)

New York City, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL

If you don’t reside in one of these locations but are still interested in our mission please still apply!

Purpose of Emerging Leaders Council

The Learn Fresh Emerging Leaders Council is a growing group of young professionals in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about Learn Fresh’s mission of leveraging students’ passion for sports and entertainment to inspire their STEM learning and foster essential life skills such as teamwork, resilience, and leadership.. The ELC plays a strategic role in developing awareness of Learn Fresh’s programs, and providing opportunities for growth by leveraging social media, events, and individual fundraising to support organizational goals. The ELC is a unique leadership opportunity that will drive significant impact for Learn Fresh’s growth.

Benefits of Service

The Emerging Leaders Council provides social, professional, and service opportunities for individuals interested in developing their network and skills. Council members may enjoy a wide range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Developing leadership skills and resources to affect change in a community while working in a cooperative and supportive environment
• Interacting with the staff and the Executive Board of Learn Fresh who have driven the creation of a nonprofit that has seen rapid growth since its founding in 2012.
• Gaining hands-on experience volunteering, developing a network of support, and organizing fundraising events
• Enhancing your résumé through ELC activities and regular volunteerism
• Networking with other civic-minded young professionals

Qualifications

• Young professionals, ideally based in one of the regions outlined above and able to participate regularly in our programs and events in those communities.
• Reliable and motivated self-starter possessing strong leadership abilities
• Excellent planning skills and follow through
• Willingness and desire to actively promote Learn Fresh
• Willingness and desire to work collaboratively with other ELC members and Learn Fresh staff

Responsibilities

• Serve at least one 2-year term
• Attend at least 70% of ELC meetings (September - June monthly conference calls)
• Commit to a minimum of 20-30 hours of service over the course of the year (this includes time dedicated to meetings, volunteering at/hosting events)
• Host or help support two networking events each year to help introduce and cultivate new relationships for Learn Fresh (individuals, partners, and corporations)
• Help identify at least five new donors to the organization (at any level)
• Make a financial contribution at a level that is personally meaningful; for most ELC members, this typically looks like a give/get commitment in the range of $500 to $2,500