📍 Location: Durham, NC (serving nearby cities)
🕒 Commitment: Monthly meetings + ongoing support
About Us
Founded in 2023, Shock Elite Academy is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and inspiring young people to reach their full potential on and off the court. Based in Durham, we provide youth with opportunities in basketball, music, technology, and personal development. Our mission is to foster growth, discipline, leadership, and teamwork while creating a positive and inclusive community for athletes.
Position Overview
Shock Elite Academy is seeking passionate and committed Board Members to join our team. Board members will help guide the organization, support fundraising efforts, and contribute to the overall strategy and growth of Shock Elite. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of youth athletics and enrichment programs.
Responsibilities
- Attend monthly board meetings to provide strategic guidance and oversight
- Serve as an ambassador for Shock Elite in the community and professional networks
- Assist with fundraising through personal contributions and leveraging connections
- Support special events, outreach programs, and other initiatives as needed
- Provide guidance on program development, marketing, finance, or other areas of expertise
Qualifications
- Passion for youth development, athletics, and community impact
- Willingness and ability to fundraise or contribute financially to the organization
- Professional experience in business, finance, marketing, law, education, or nonprofit management is a plus
- Strong network and connections that can help advance Shock Elite’s mission
- Commitment to Shock Elite’s values, vision, and goals
Benefits
- Make a lasting impact in the lives of young athletes and the community
- Expand your professional network with other board members and community leaders
- Recognition as a key supporter and leader of Shock Elite
- Opportunity to gain nonprofit leadership experience