Board Member Job Description
While we recognize that meeting all of these requirements all of the time is not always possible, we hope you will strive to achieve the following:
Board Activities
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Attend at least 75% of regular board meetings, which are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in Dartmouth.
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Chair and/or serve on a standing committee or special project.
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Volunteer for assignments and complete them thoroughly and on time.
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Stay informed about committee matters: prepare for meetings, review, and comment on minutes and reports.
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Get to know other committee members and build a collegial working relationship that contributes to consensus.
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Recommend a potential candidate for board membership to the Board Nominations Committee.
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Be an active participant in the committee's annual evaluation and planning efforts.
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Actively assist with the special events of the charity.
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Be aware of the fiduciary responsibilities of being a board member.
Fundraising Activities
• When possible, make a personal and/or business contribution to the charity's annual operating needs.
• Consider your capacity and willingness to make a planned gift or bequest to the charity.
• Make person-to-person visits to individuals, foundations, businesses, or civic groups to request financial support for the charity.
• Secure volunteers, in-kind services or material goods for the charity.
• Participate in fundraising events for the charity by assisting with planning, promotion, ticket sales, and attendance.
Promotional Activities
• Arrange for, or present, a presentation about the charity to a group in the community.
• Invite and accompany a friend or associate to visit the facility.
