Chair of Arts and Program Development

The Heart of Art is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to using the performing arts as a gateway to foster literacy, education, creativity, and community building. We empower children and youth through programs that combine the magic of storytelling with the transformative power of the arts.

• Term of Service- April 1, 2026 – April 1, 2028 (Two-Year Term)
• Annual Board ContributionGive-or-Get Requirement: $1,000 per year
• Location PreferenceDMV residents strongly preferred (Washington, DC; Maryland; Virginia)

General Expectations

All board members are expected to actively participate in governance, attend meetings, support fundraising, maintain confidentiality, and provide strategic guidance for organizational growth.

The Chair of Arts & Program Development provides creative and strategic leadership to ensure The Heart of Art’s programming remains innovative, impactful, and mission-aligned.

This role helps shape the artistic and educational direction of literacy-based performing arts initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Program Design & Quality

• Provide input on program creation and improvement Bylaws- HOA Inaugural Year
• Ensure arts-based literacy programs reflect best practices and youth needs

Evaluation & Impact

• Develop metrics and tools to measure program success
• Support continuous improvement and outcomes-driven programming

Innovation & Expansion

• Brainstorm new arts initiatives and performance-based literacy opportunities
• Support teaching artist engagement and curriculum alignment

Mission Alignment

• Ensure programming reflects The Heart of Art’s commitment to literacy, equity, and community building

Qualifications

• Experience in arts education, theatre, youth programming, or curriculum development
• Creative thinker with strong collaboration skills
• DMV residency preferred

Time Commitment

Approximately 15–20 hours/month

Application Due- March 15, 2026

Application: here