Seeking Board Members for Helping You Grow Successfully, Inc. (HUGS)

Available Times:

Weekdays (daytime, evenings)

Time Commitment:

A few hours per month

Commitment Details:

Board Members are required to attend at least 75% of meetings and serve on at least one committee. There are approximately four board meetings and four committee meetings per year.

Recurrence:

Recurring

Volunteers Needed:

5

Cause Areas:

• Human Trafficking Prevention & Survivor Support (Project SHIELD)
• Foster Youth Transition & College Readiness (Roots to Wings)
• Foster Care Support & Essentials (Journey Bag Drive)
• Youth Education & Scholarships (Scholarship & Education Support)
• Youth Sports & Recreation Access (Golf Fore Youth)

Mission

Helping You Grow Successfully, Inc. (HUGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth, families, and communities through education, leadership, training, and advocacy.

We focus on meeting people where they are — providing support that builds dignity, opportunity, and long-term success.

Our Programs

HUGS leads a diverse portfolio of initiatives:

• Project SHIELD – Anti-trafficking awareness and certification program with individual, chapter, and organizational levels of certification.
• Roots to Wings – Supporting foster youth transitioning into college by providing dorm kits, mentoring, and logistical support.
• Journey Bag Drive – Supplying foster youth aging out of the system with essentials for their next stage of life.
• Scholarship & Education Support – Scholarships, mentoring, and tutoring programs for youth.
• Golf Fore Youth – Exposing underrepresented youth to golf by financing instruction, equipment, tournaments, and mentorship.

Board Member Position Description

Board Members play a key role in advancing HUGS’ mission. Responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership, governance, and strategic oversight.
• Reviewing and approving budgets, strategic plans, and policies.
• Serving on at least one committee (Finance, Development, Programs, or Governance).
• Representing HUGS in the community and serving as ambassadors for our programs.
• Supporting fundraising and donor engagement.

Contribution Requirement: To demonstrate leadership commitment and strengthen fundraising, each HUGS Board Member is expected to make an annual contribution. Our policy is a “Give or Get” of $500 per year — members may either donate directly or raise this amount through sponsorships, donations, or event support.

Qualifications

We welcome individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives. Ideal candidates may bring expertise in:

• Nonprofit management or governance
• Fundraising and development
• Finance, accounting, or auditing
• Marketing, communications, or public relations
• Community organizing, advocacy, or social services

Survivors of trafficking, veterans, and individuals from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Board Terms / Participation

• Initial 1-year term, renewable up to 3 terms (6 years).
• Board meetings are quarterly, conducted primarily via Zoom.
• Committees meet quarterly or as needed.

Why Join HUGS?

By joining our Board, you will:

• Directly shape programs that change lives.
• Expand anti-trafficking awareness, youth development, and educational initiatives.
• Be part of a mission-driven team committed to advocacy and empowerment.