General Board Member, Event Planning

About the Esperanza Education Fund

The Esperanza Education Fund (EEF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting immigrant students in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. EEF provides higher-education scholarships and community support to students regardless of nationality, immigration status, or country of origin.

Position Overview

This position at EEF is one of several openings on the board. We encourage applicants to additionally consider applying as a Development Committee member, Governance Chair, and/or general Board positions focused on communications and community engagement. Please find the full list of available positions at EEF’s Idealist page.

We’re seeking candidates interested in leading the planning and execution of the Esperanza Education Fund’s signature events, strengthening community connections, and advancing the organization’s fundraising goals. This role is ideal for candidates who are enthusiastic about bringing people together and creating a sense of belonging, with experience in event planning, project management, or related work. Candidates with connections to DC’s food and events scene are especially encouraged to apply.

General Board Responsibilities

All Development Committee Members also serve as EEF Board Members and take on the following organization-wide responsibilities. Total estimated volunteer commitment is 15-20 hours per month.

• Mission Stewardship: Uphold and advance the mission of EEF, helping define strategies and voting on essential board business.
• Meeting Attendance: Participate in quarterly in-person board meetings in the DMV area.
• Engagement: Take part in EEF events, committee meetings, working sessions, and other organizational activities.
• Fundraising Commitment: Contribute to EEF’s fundraising goals through personal giving and network engagement (board members commit to at least $50/month, or $20/month for board members under 30).
• Ambassadorship: Serve as a representative of EEF in the community, helping increase visibility and impact.

General Board Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Self-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to lead and execute hands-on activities
• Strong collaboration skills; effective team builder and empathetic team participant
• Familiarity with social impact, immigrant rights, education equity, or related fields
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Availability for in-person participation within the DMV area
• Experience in revenue generation and donations

Event Planning–Specific Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of EEF’s signature events, including scholarship celebrations, fundraisers, and community gatherings (at least 4 per year)
• Engage and motivate volunteer support for event logistics, programming, and marketing
• Innovate new event formats to engage donors, scholars, and alumni
• Develop partnerships with potential event sponsors
• Support fundraising goals through well-executed events

Benefits

• Play a leadership role in advancing educational and professional opportunities for immigrant students in the DC metro area
• Become part of a diverse, mission-driven community of professionals
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit governance, fundraising, and program oversight
• Contribute meaningfully to a growing, high-impact organization