Youth Chapter Architect

Hybrid | 6–8 Hours Per Month | March 1 – December 31, 2026

About MFCF

We are the Minority Freedom Community Fund, a Black-led and founded national intermediary nonprofit.

Our mission is:

To improve the lives of African Americans and minorities in the United States of America through a multifaceted approach that includes providing capital infusions, supporting existing social infrastructure, and promoting holistic wellness.

We operate as a virtual-first organization with a physical community hub located at Aya House in Detroit, MI. Our work strengthens existing social infrastructure, deploys catalytic capital, and advances holistic wellness across communities nationwide.

Our People

We are led by members of the communities we serve. Our team includes volunteers, board leaders, advisors, and partners who are authentic, disciplined, and deeply committed to community-centered impact.

We value:

• Accountability and fiduciary responsibility
• Transparency and strong governance
• Initiative and a learn-by-doing mindset
• Flexibility and self-leadership
• Continuous learning and professional growth

We are building long-term institutional strength, not personality-driven work. Every role at MFCF contributes to sustainability, integrity, and mission alignment.

What We Look For in Volunteers and Leaders

We seek individuals who:

• Embrace responsibility and follow-through
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Respect governance structures and accountability systems
• Are motivated by collective impact over individual recognition
• Are comfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment

Our volunteers do not simply help. They build systems that improve lived experiences for our fellow brothers and sisters across the country.

Role Summary

The Youth Chapter Architect is a founding youth leadership role responsible for designing and piloting the infrastructure for MFCF Schoolyard Clubs and Campus Chapters.

This role focuses on building a sustainable, in-person youth leadership network that promotes social change, mobilizes resources, and integrates youth presence into MFCF programming and events.

The Youth Chapter Architect will design the systems, templates, and structures that allow youth clubs and chapters to operate with clarity, discipline, and measurable impact.

Reports To: CEO

Works Closely With:

Volunteer staff,Communications Committee, Program & Fundraising Committee

Primary Responsibilities

Infrastructure Design

• Develop the chapter structure including officer roles and expectations
• Design monthly meeting templates and leadership activity guides
• Create youth code of conduct and participation standards
• Develop simple reporting tools for chapters
• Outline leadership progression for youth members
• Provides structured updates to the Program & Fundraising Committee regarding youth chapter development, fundraising participation, and leadership outcomes.

Fundraising System Development

• Propose 2–3 standardized fundraising options for all youth chapters
• Create youth-friendly promotional scripts and materials
• Develop simple tracking sheets for fundraiser accountability
• Design a quarterly fundraising calendar template

Event Integration

• Design youth participation roles for major MFCF in-person events
• Create Youth Ambassador training outline
• Pilot structured youth presence at one 2026 event
• Align youth leadership opportunities with Discovering Me and other Aya House programming

Pilot & Launch

• Recruit and support the first 2–3 pilot Schoolyard Clubs or Campus Chapters
• Gather feedback from youth and adult sponsors
• Refine the infrastructure before broader rollout
• Document processes for replication

Qualifications

• Age 16–22
• Demonstrated leadership in school, nonprofit, church, or community programs
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable presenting ideas to adults
• Personal alignment to the MFCF mission is required
• Able to commit a minimum of 6 hours/month for MFCF-related activities, planning, and meetings
• Keen understanding & awareness of the socio-economic conditions of minorities in the U.S. required
• Experience running or participating in fundraisers preferred
• Experience in student government, youth advisory councils, or club leadership a plus
• Ability to learn by doing and step outside of assigned tasks to support broader initiatives
• Capable of receiving instructions and feedback and applying it without requiring close supervision
• Parent or guardian consent required if under 18

Success Indicators

• Youth chapter blueprint completed within 90 days
• First 2–3 pilot chapters launched successfully
• Standardized fundraiser system implemented
• Youth event roles clearly defined and executed
• Replicable infrastructure documented and ready for expansion