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become a board member.
Are you ready to amplify hope and create lasting impact? Join the dynamic team at Hope Vibes by becoming a board member! Use your professional skills and passion for change to drive our mission forward, empowering those in need with dignity and support. Your expertise can be a catalyst for transformation—help us make a difference that resonates throughout our community. Step up, lead, and inspire with Hope Vibes. Together, we can turn compassion into action and hope into reality!
For more details, dive into the board member description below. Ready to make a powerful impact? Click here or use the link at the bottom of the page to complete our interest form and be considered for board membership.
what it means to be a board member
Job Description and Expectations
Purpose: To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Hope Vibes so as to support the organization’s mission and needs.
Mission: Hope Vibes exists to develop creative exit strategies to end homelessness through direct relief, research, innovation, advocacy, and systemic disruption.
Major responsibilities:
● Organizational leadership and advisement
● Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees
● Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures
● Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
● Oversight of program planning and evaluation
● Personnel evaluation and staff development
● Review of organizational and programmatic reports
● Promotion of the organization
● Aid in fundraising efforts and secure/make financial gifts to the organizations.
Length of term: Two years, which may be renewed, pending approval of the board.
Meetings and time commitment:
● The board of directors meets quarterly. Meetings typically last 90-120 minutes.
● Committees of the board meet an average of four times per year, pending their respective work agenda.
● Board members are asked to attend at least six special events and three board meetings per year, as they are determined.
Expectations of board members:
● Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able.
● Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary.
● Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Hope Vibes mission, objectives, and programs.
● Help communicate and promote Hope Vibes mission and programs to the community.
● Become familiar with Hope Vibes finances, budget, and financial/resource needs.
● Understand the policies and procedures of Hope Vibes.
● Financially support Hope Vibes in a manner commensurate with one’s ability.
● Aid in fundraising efforts and secure/make financial gifts to the organizations.