Lead With Us

 

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The We are HER Nonprofit Governing Board is comprised of members with diverse connections and abilities. As the highest leadership body of organization and to satisfy the fiduciary responsibility, the Governing Board is responsible for all We are HER administrative, financial, operational and strategic oversight. Governing Board members are expected to uphold the mission of the organization to its highest standard and are expected to secure resources beneficial to the agency, evaluate the executive director’s performance, and approve and monitor the organization’s programs and services. Board Members are to uphold the organization’s by-laws, disclose any conflicts of interest, and maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of the organization. All Board Members are committed to the mission of We are HER and are to serve as advocates of the organization’s mission and goals.

TIME/COMMITTEE COMMITMENT

  • Strive to attend at least 75% of Local Resource Board meetings (includes special meetings as called)

  • Serve on at least one operating committee (if/when established)

  • Participate in and attend special events (if possible)

  • Board Orientation (when needed)

FUNDRAISING/CONTRIBUTION/RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT COMMITMENT

  • Make a personal annual contribution

  • Maintain an active portfolio of at least five (5) relationships for We are HER. Activities may include:

    • Securing corporate and individual gifts

    • Identifying new and prospective donors

    • Identifying potential volunteer opportunities and sources, organizational partnerships

    • Recruiting quality, mission-focused board members, committee members

    • Securing in-kind donations

SERVICE COMMITMENT

  • Be an advocate for We are HER

  • Volunteer at a special event 

  • Be creative in advancing the mission of the organizations

  • Accountability: Participate in Annual Assessments (Board Assessment, Self-Assessment & Member Experience)

  • Act as a resource for We are HER staff

  • Model and set the tone of We are HER’s mission and protect the brand

  • Maintain the confidentiality of all We are HER operational, donor and volunteer information

  • Stay informed of and monitor progress toward performance goals