Board members for the Development Committee

AchieveKids is looking for board member candidates with interest in joining the Development Committee as their committee to support. Specifically, we are looking for a person with experience, either as a professional fundraiser for a non-profit or a long-time board member/volunteer with direct fundraising experience. We are also interested in people who can support the marketing efforts of the agency through website, social media, and marketing collateral describing the agency's services and impact.

Expectations of AchieveKids Board Members:

• Provide management oversight responsibility for the operations and financial integrity of the organization
• Monitor the effectiveness of the agency’s delivery of services
• Increase community awareness of the agency
• Provide strategic direction and insight to the management team through committee participation and other task force activities as requested
• Serve a three-year term

Responsibilities:

• Prepare for and attend nine board meetings annually, including one board retreat
• Serve on one board committee (specifically, the Development Committee)
• Share commitment and passion for AchieveKids’ mission, vision, and values
• Promote AchieveKids in the community, including announcing events and programs to people in one’s personal and professional network
• Support and participate in fundraising activities for AchieveKids
• Make a meaningful annual cash donation, to the best of his/her ability, that shows passion and commitment to AchieveKids
• Serve as a board officer or committee chair (eventually, not immediately upon joining the board)

If you are interested in pursuing this volunteer opportunity, please contact Kathy Kriese at klkriese@yahoo.com and share your LinkedIn profile URL or resume.