Volunteer Board Member

About the Organization

Angelic Musings y Virtudes is a temple and sanctuary based upon the values of Peace, Love, and Freedom. We are dedicated to uplifting and improving the Spiritual, psychological, and physical well-being of traditionally marginalized communities (i.e. BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, diffabled) by implementing a holistic healing approach that focuses on fostering Connection with ourselves, each other, and the Earth through restorative self-elevation, resilient community building, and socio-ecological regeneration.

We work to manifest our vision of a world where: humans live harmoniously with the rest of nature; suffering approaches non-existence; happiness approaches infinity; and where the perils of imperialist-capitalist-consumerist pursuits no longer threaten all Life on Earth.

Job Description

Angelic Musings y Virtudes is seeking passionate and dedicated members to serve on our board of directors so that we may officially incorporate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Puerto Rico.

The board of Angelic Musings y Virtudes is a volunteer board, meaning members are not paid and dedicate their time and expertise to support Angelic Musings y Virtudes in its mission and collective purpose. Our board members should champion the importance of exceptional board leadership and understand that a strong and effective board is needed to help the organization fully realize its potential for good. In addition to the standard roles and responsibilities of a board member, our board members are active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and are fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for Angelic Musings y Virtudes to advance its mission.

Officer Responsibilities

Officer positions within the board carry additional responsibilities on top of those expected of all directors.

Treasurer

• Lead director for oversight of the financial condition and affairs of the organization.
• Oversees and keeps the Board informed of the financial condition of the organization and of audit ad financial review results.
• Helps oversee budget preparation and ensure that appropriate financial reports are made available to the Board.
• Serves as the Chair to the finance committee.
• Performs any other finance-related duties assigned by the board.

Secretary

• Keeps accurate account of all meeting minutes and actions of directors and committees during meetings.
• Notifies all directors and committees of scheduled meetings and sends relevant meeting material.
• Maintains board records and helps monitor legal compliance of the organization.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the board.

Responsibilities of All Individual Board Members (including At-Large)

Board members are expected to:

• Know the organization’s mission, programs, and needs.
• Faithfully read and understand the organization’s board materials, strategic/operational plans, and financial statements ahead of meetings.
• Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships needed for Angelic Musings y Virtudes to advance its mission and collective purpose.
• Leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve Angelic Musings y Virtudes’ mission.
• Give a meaningful personal financial donation.
• Help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and professional standing, and influence public policy as needed.
• Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings.
• Participate fully in one or more committees.
• Engage in learning opportunities to better understand the communities the organization serves.
• Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences onto the board and into the boardroom and organization.
• Honor our values.

We are looking for mission-aligned individuals with strong collaboration, communication, implementation, strategic skills, a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Administrative
• Advocacy
• Business Administration
• Community Health & Wellness
• Education
• Financial Management
• Human Resources
• Manufacturing
• Marketing/Public Relations
• Public/Nonprofit Policy and Regulations
• Social/Ecological/Environmental Research
• Spirituality
• Sustainable [Urban] Agriculture
• Urban Development

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

To achieve our goals, fulfill our mission, and realize our vision, we are aware of the need to include individuals with perspectives drawn from a wide range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, skill sets, areas of expertise, and lived experiences to help us make decisions that amplify the impact of our work.

We are publicly recruiting for board positions to ensure that we move beyond our immediate networks and honor our ongoing commitment to creating a board that is diverse in its composition, inclusive in its culture, and equity-focused in its approach to how it views its mission, its work, and the communities it serves.