Founding Board Director (Volunteer)

TAFT Foundation is a U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to empowering high-potential students from underserved communities through peer learning, mentorship, youth leadership development, and future educator pathways.

We are currently seeking Founding Board Directors to help guide and strengthen the organization during its early growth stage. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about educational opportunity, youth development, community impact, and nonprofit leadership.

Board Directors will help provide strategic guidance, expand community connections, support fundraising efforts, and contribute professional expertise as TAFT develops partnerships and pilot programs in Atlanta, Washington, DC, and beyond.

We welcome individuals with experience in areas such as:

• Education and youth development
• Nonprofit leadership
• Fundraising and philanthropy
• Corporate partnerships
• Community engagement
• Law, finance, accounting, or marketing
• School, university, or community-based organizations

Expected Commitment:

• Attend virtual board meetings (approximately once per month)
• Provide strategic advice and organizational support
• Serve as an ambassador for TAFT within professional and community networks
• Support fundraising and partnership development efforts when appropriate

This is a volunteer board position. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to educational opportunity, youth leadership, and strengthening the future educator pipeline in the United States.

We especially encourage applications from educators, nonprofit professionals, community leaders, business professionals, and individuals interested in helping build a mission-driven organization from the ground up.

Notes: Board Directors may be located anywhere in the United States. Most meetings are conducted virtually.