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Coloradopsychiatric

This individual will help build the Foundation from the ground up, establish its public presence and operating processes, and identify, evaluate, and recommend nonprofit organizations for potential ...

Coloradopsychiatric

Foundation Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

This individual will help build the Foundation from the ground up, establish its public presence and operating processes, and identify, evaluate, and recommend nonprofit organizations for potential ...

Covenant HealthCare

FOUNDATION ASSOCIATE

Saginaw, MI · On-site

Foundation Associate The Foundation Associate is responsible for maintaining administrative tasks ... Build effective working relationships with colleagues within Covenant HealthCare. * Maintain ...

mnstate.edu

$28.75 - $42.16/hr

Foundation Director - MnSCU Academic Professional 2 Institution: Minnesota West Community and ... Build and advance a major gifts program that increases support from individuals, corporations ...

mnstate.edu

Foundation Director

Worthington, MN · On-site

$28.75 - $42.16/hr

Foundation Director - MnSCU Academic Professional 2 Institution: Minnesota West Community and ... Build and advance a major gifts program that increases support from individuals, corporations ...

Zoo New England

Foundation Relations Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

Work with foundation research sources to produce sufficient number and quality of prospects, to ... Work closely with internal ZNE staff to create opportunities to build awareness among foundations ...

Zoo New England

Foundation Relations Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Work with foundation research sources to produce sufficient number and quality of prospects, to ... Work closely with internal ZNE staff to create opportunities to build awareness among foundations ...

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Arthritis Foundation of Delaware - Board Members Needed

Newark, DE • On-site

Arthritis Foundation
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
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Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Leadership Board Overview

The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis related diseases. The mission is delivered through public health programs and services, advocacy efforts and investing in arthritis research. Members of the Leadership Board are pivotal in helping local adults and children with arthritis. Members of the Leadership Board are responsible for working collaboratively with staff to provide guidance and leadership on strategic direction of fundraising strategies and mission delivery.

Local Leadership Board members support the Foundation’s mission and fundraising activities by opening doors to influence individuals, organizations, and community partners to support the organization and build awareness among the arthritis community.

  • Serve as an advocate of the Arthritis Foundation’s mission, policies and programs.
  • Represent the Arthritis Foundation at official functions in the community and through social media.
  • Actively participate on the planning committee and attend at least one special event annually.
  • All Local Leadership Board members will consider the Arthritis Foundation a philanthropic priority by making and helping to solicit gifts that reflect that priority. So that we can credibly solicit contributions from major gift donors, corporate partners, and foundations, the Arthritis Foundation expects to have 100% of Local Leadership Board members make a personal annual contribution commensurate with individual capacity. Annual give/get of $5,000.
  • Ensure the Arthritis Foundation fulfills its commitment to diverse volunteer leadership that reflects the communities served. Help recruit nominees to the board who can significantly impact the Arthritis Foundation’s mission delivery and fundraising efforts.
  • Actively participate in a minimum of 4 out of 5 scheduled board meetings annually.

Qualifications

  • Relevant professional experience and accomplishments in career and/or extensive personal experience and accomplishments within arthritis community
  • Experience working in a volunteer leadership capacity and volunteering in the community
  • Commitment to and understanding of the mission and vision of the Arthritis Foundation
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and passion for improving the lives of people with arthritis
  • Natural affinity for cultivating relationships, working with diverse individuals, and influencing others
  • At least 2 years in a professional employment setting

Recommended Term: Three-year term, renewable for one additional term

Location: While most meetings happen virtually, Board members should live in the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey or Delaware area in order to attend in-person meetings and events.

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