Member of the Board of Directors

Friends of Deer Hollow Farm - Member of the Board of Directors (Volunteer)

Mission:

Friends of Deer Hollow Farm (FODHF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 77-0373776) established in 1994 with a mission to preserve Deer Hollow Farm, one of California’s last remaining working homestead farms, by raising funds in support of the environmental education programs. The 170-year-old teaching farm is located within Rancho San Antonio County Park and Open Space Preserve in Cupertino, CA and is jointly funded by Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD), the City of Mountain View Parks & Recreation Department, Santa Clara County and FODHF.

You can learn more at www.deerhollowfarm.org

Position:

The Board of Directors of FODHF is seeking additional volunteer members. Board service is a unique opportunity to lend your expertise to support impactful environmental education programs, build community and preserve history. The Board is composed of a maximum of 13 volunteers, who serve for at least one three-year term, with potential for a second term. The Board’s primary mission is fundraising for the farm through individual donations and fundraising campaigns, writing grants and public events. It is a ‘working board.’

Deer Hollow Farm educates ~4,500 bay area students with onsite classes and hosts about 400 summer campers each school year. FODHF provides scholarships for ~50% of the students, as well as busing stipends, ensuring equitable access to the impactful programs. Friends also provides 100% of the funding for care and feed for the 75-100 barnyard animals on site and funds various farm enhancement and Eagle Scout volunteer projects that enhance the visitor and educational experience. The farm is open to the public free of charge 5½ days a week for a self-guided tour and attracts ~135,000 visitors from across Silicon Valley each year. Since its inception, the Friends of Deer Hollow Farm have raised ~$3M for the farm and its programs.

The board conducts its work through four committees: Fundraising, Marketing Communications, Community Engagement & Outreach and Organizational Resilience & Finance as well as quarterly in person board meetings.

Requirements:

Board members are expected to contribute 5-10 hours per month in support of the fundraising mission. Other requirements include:

• Passion for preserving Deer Hollow Farm for generations to come,
• Active preparation and participation in quarterly in person Board meetings,
• Commitment to work on one committee,
• Donate a minimum of $250 per year to FODHF,
• Sign annual conflict of interest form,
• Attend three fundraising events at the Farm to assist with admissions and/or merchandise sales,
• Advocate for the farm with local governments, foundations, potential donors, and
• Help build awareness by serving as an ambassador and participating in community outreach events.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be collaborative and enjoy working with other community members. We seek individuals to join us with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Fundraising, grant writing and donor relations experience
• Public outreach/advocacy
• Legal expertise
• Finance expertise
• Marketing and PR
• IT experience, specifically managing Googledocs

Education/Experience Level:

Board members must be 18 years old. We welcome a diversity of experiences and backgrounds.

Compensation:

This is a volunteer role, requiring 5-10 hours per month.

Location:

San Francisco Bay Area, as board meetings are held in Mountain View and regular visits to Deer Hollow Farm are encouraged.

How to Apply:

Submit the web statement of interest or reach out to our Board President, Lubab Sheet-Davis at lubab@deerhollowfarmfriends.org.

Thank you for your interest!