Ready to step up and use your skills to support a nonprofit? Check out these listings for prospective nonprofit board members in the New York City Metro area!
Website: www.jubilee32.org
Mission: 32nd Avenue Jubilee Center strives to promote justice and peace among all people while respecting the dignity of every human being. Programs include working with at-risk youth, providing access and resources to the uninsured and underinsured, and eliminating poverty.
Size of board: N/A
Desired skills, experiences or networks: We are looking for a very active board member that is well connected in Denver and willing to help us work on our mission and services to support an ever-changing neighborhood. People-oriented, Google experience, ready and willing to work and fundraise.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Aspen Matthews, Board President,
Website: www.adoption-options.com
Mission: Adoption Options walks alongside birth parents and adoptive families as advocates, providing guidance in this unique journey called adoption. With a proud tradition of acceptance and inclusivity, the organization offers a comprehensive continuum of supportive services at every stage.
Size of board: 12
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Committed professional who enjoys donor cultivation and has a large professional network. Preferably with Sales/business administration/fundraising experience.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1,000 - $1,500
Contact person for questions: Samantha Deebs, Assistant Executive Director,
Website: www.coloradomentalwellnessnetwork.org
Mission: Colorado Mental Wellness Network is a state-wide, grassroots, peer-run organization that seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to improve the quality of their lives, give back to their communities, and change public perceptions of mental illness.
Size of board: 8
Desired skills, experiences or networks: People who are Passionate, committed, dedicated, connected, open minded. Should have skills in fundraising, financial, lived experience with mental health and/or substance use conditions, secretary, advocacy, ties to the business world in Denver/Colorado
Board meeting schedule: Bi-Monthly
Give/get: N/A
Contact person for questions: Hope Hyatt, Executive Director,
Website: www.ctrcinc.org
Mission: Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center changes the lives of people with disabilities by promoting their physical, psychological and social well being through equine assisted activities.
Size of board: 8
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Someone with a passion for horses, passion for people with disabilities, eagerness to get involved, willingness to prepare for meetings, excited to serve the community, ability to give and support the organization, eagerness to learn. Preferably skilled in Human Resources, Financial Management, any physical or mental disability experience, Fundraising, social and above average social networks, varied professional experiences
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Michele Bruhn, Executive Director,
Website: www.coconsortium.org
Mission: The Consortium partners with school districts to ensure the successful implementation of the Medicaid School Health Services Program.
Size of board: 12
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Friendly, reliable, committed, resourceful, and passionate. Should be skilled in fundraising, marketing, event planning, and well connected in the community.
Board term length: N/A
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Kim Erickson, Executive Director,
Website: www.metrodenverpartners.org
Mission: Denver Youth Program was founded with a goal to provide youth with the discipline, maturity, and direction needed to prevent further involvement with the law and to become stable and productive members of the community.
Size of board: 16
Desired skills, experiences or networks: N/A
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: John Kraft, Administrative Assistant,
Website: www.disabilitylawco.org
Mission: Disability Law Colorado protects and promotes the rights of people with disabilities and older people in Colorado through direct legal representation, advocacy, education and legislative analysis.
Size of board: 16
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Passion for disability rights and elder rights. Community minded. Social-Justice focused. Sensitivity to civil rights and human rights. A willingness to get involved beyond just attending board meetings. An openness to invite friends & coworkers to join our work to protect rights and to build stronger/healthier and more inclusive communities.
Board meeting schedule: Bi-Monthly
Give/get: $1,501 - $2,000
Contact person for questions: Mike Robbins, Director of Development & Marketing,
Website: www.earthlinks-colorado.org
Mission: Earth Links is an innovative, urban nonprofit that provides a work program for people who are homeless and low-income to learn skills and create Earth-friendly products that sustain people and the planet.
Size of board: 17
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Energetic board members who understand that part of being a board member is outreach in the community. Therefore, we desire board members who want to actively network, give presentations, and participate on committees. - Ethical members of the community - Active participants in the community - Thoughtful participation - Understanding of the importance of fiscal integrity - Mission-focused - Comfortable with inclusivity initiatives - Ability to bring others to events. - Collaborative - Egalitarian - Willingness to fund raise - Creative, flexible - our organization is 23-years old, but on the cusp of major change in a redeveloping neighborhood We are a working board.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Carol Maclennan, Board Member,
Website: https://www.ekarfarm.org/
Mission: Ekar Farm is a communal urban farm, inspired by Jewish values. We work to build community, provide experiential and environmental education, and grow sustainably produced fruits and vegetables, expanding access to those in need.
Size of board: 8
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Interest in environmental issues related to food production and education, and passion for creating a just food system. We are looking for friendly, collaborative people dedicated to change. Desired skills include Urban ag and food system experience Willingness to take fundraising meetings, interest I. Sharing our story Environmental work (to help Ekar be a model for far sustainable gardening) including habitat restoration Advocacy for issues relating to hunger and food systems Finance/accounting to advise on our practices Foodies Spiritually minded people Youth People impacted by hunger.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Sue Salinger, Executive Director,
Website: www.mariadroste.org
Mission: Maria Droste Counseling Center was founded in 1989 to bridge the gaps in available counseling services for underserved populations in the Denver area.
Size of board: 16
Desired skills, experiences or networks: N/A
Board meeting schedule: Bi-Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Sandra Mann, CEO,
Website: www.rcaging.org
Mission: Seniors’ Resource Center serves to promote and support a life of dignity, well-being and independence for older adults and persons with disabilities.
Size of board: 14
Desired skills, experiences or networks: N/A
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Chris Lynn, President & CEO,
Website: www.sffoundation.org
Mission: Sims-Fayola Foundation’s mission is to improve the life outcomes of young men and boys of color and to increase the capacity of those who work with them.
Size of board: N/A
Desired skills, experiences or networks: N/A
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Dedrick Sims, CEO,
Website: www.spdstar.org
Mission: STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder improves the quality of life for children, adolescents and adults with SPD, and their families by providing intervention services, research, education and advocacy.
Size of board: 7
Desired skills, experiences or networks:
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Leigh Kahn, President,
Website: www.taskforceiso.org
Mission: Task Force: ISO engages and inspires veterans through photography. Veterans gain purpose through activity and self-discovery and build community through continued mentorship and support.
Size of board: 9
Desired skills, experiences or networks:
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1,501 - $2,000
Contact person for questions: Marian Robinson, Board Chair,
Website: www.arcjc.org
Mission: The Arc - Jefferson, Clear Creek & Gilpin Counties is a powerful voice for all people with I/DD, working daily to create opportunities for individuals and drive systemic change.
Size of board: 12
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Forward-thinking, strategic, collaborative, initiative. Skills desired include fundraising, public speaking and leadership.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Robert Smariga, Board Member,
Website: www.thrivectr.org
Mission: Thrive Center exists to provide parents with information and training about disabilities; parent and children’s rights under the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and other relevant laws; and resources in the Denver Metro area.
Size of board: N/A
Desired skills, experiences or networks: People who are Friendly, reliable, committed, resourceful, and passionate. Should be comfortable with fundraising, marketing, event planning, and well connected in the community.
Board meeting schedule: Quarterly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Yvette Brukhalter, Executive Director,
Website: www.wlrv.org
Mission: Wildlands Restoration Volunteers organizes thousands of volunteers each year to complete more than 100 wild lands conservation projects in Colorado and southern Wyoming.
Size of board: 5
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Team player. Welcoming diversity, genuine, available to attend 6 Board meetings a year as well as participating in at least one Committee. Looking particularly for candidates that would make our Board more representative of the Colorado Front Range Community (minority and youth representation). In order to complement the skills we already have we need a few additional Board members with at least one of the followings: legal expertise, fund raising experience, land management, well connected among the Colorado Community (State, County, City, business, press), marketing and PR.
Board meeting schedule: Bi-Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Katherine Thompson, Executive Director,
Website: www.worldmindnatureschool.com
Mission: Worldmind Nature Immersion School inspires children to enjoy and appreciate the natural world through mindful, child-led outdoor experiences.
Size of board: N/A
Desired skills, experiences or networks: We are seeking board members who are highly organized and familiar with innovative start-ups. Skills desired include familiarity with law, fundraising and grant writing.
Board meeting schedule: Monthly
Give/get: $1 - $1,000
Contact person for questions: Megan Patterson, Executive Director,
Website: www.youngpeopleinrecovery.org
Mission: Young People in Recovery provides the training and networks all individuals, families, and communities need to recover from addiction and maximize their full potential.
Size of board: 14
Desired skills, experiences or networks: Board members that believe financial and strategic expertise are two keystones of successful Board membership. Deep knowledge on financial scaling practices for building a data-driven and high impact company.
Board meeting schedule: Bi-Monthly
Give/get: $5,000+
Contact person for questions: Justin Riley, President & CEO,
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