Nonprofit
Published 10/3/25 12:35PM

Board Member

Remote, Volunteer must be in Illinois, US
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    1.5 hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Orientation and Training

    Description

    Board Member

    To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of (BLACK) so as to support the organization’s mission and needs. Mission or purpose statement: Building Leadership And Community Knowledge.

    • Major responsibilities:
    • Organizational leadership and advisement
    • Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees
    • Oversight and Solicitation from Advisory Committee
    • Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures
    • Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
    • Oversight of program planning and evaluation
    • Personnel evaluation and staff development
    • Review of organizational and programmatic reports
    • Promotion of the organization
    • Fundraising and outreach
    • Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of(BLACK) and its affiliates. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community.
    • Other duties as described in the Board of Directors Job Description

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Illinois, US
    Associated Location
    Chicago, IL, USA

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