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Prevention FIRST!

ChildrenEducationHealth
2100 Sherman Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45212
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Board Member

2100 Sherman Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45212
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Our board The volunteer Board of Trustees, together, is responsible for determining the organization’s policy, serving in a legal fiduciary capacity, ensuring consistency with the mission of the organization, and providing material, financial and technical resources. The 20-member board governs as a typical non-profit board through an Executive, Finance, Development, Marketing, and Nominating committees. Board members are representative of the community we serve and diverse across multiple categories. Decisions are made by majority vote following thorough research, discussion and consensus building.
Position Together, with other members of the board, this position is responsible for determining the organization’s policy, serving in a legal fiduciary capacity, ensuring consistency with the mission of the organization, and providing material, financial and technical resources.
Desired skills
*required
When 2nd Wednesday, every other month, 8:00 - 9:30 am
Where 2100 Sherman Ave., Suite 102, 45212
Commitment 1 to 3 hours/month
Donation We strive for 100% board giving, but have no strict guidelines around financial contributions.
Requirements Board members serve a term of (3) years; there are no term limits. Members are expected to attend (6) board meetings and the annual fundraising event. Board members are expected to make an annual financial contribution at their personal comfort level. Board members may choose to serve on a governance committee or a program leadership team that aligns with their gifts. Board members must serve as an ambassador for the organization. Leadership, connection to networks and diverse perspectives are appreciated.
On-boarding The past board chair and/or the CEO meet with potential board members to share about the organization and learn about the person interested. If there is a mutual fit, the interested person submits the PF! Nomination Form. Elections are held annually in June. Board mentors are assigned for 1 year. New board orientation is held in July/August. The Board handbook is reviewed. New board members are invited to meet with program staff to better understand how the mission is accomplished.
Our mission To promote healthy behaviors by sparking and sustaining community change.
Additional Info Term of Service:        Three years Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for ensuring that the organization operates within its adopted by-laws
  • Recommend policies which determine the purpose, governing principles, functions and activities of the organization
  • Regularly monitor the activities of the organization including committee work, proposals and organization operation
  • Annually evaluate the president
  • Participate in recruitment and development of the Board, advisory and other committee members
  • Approve and monitor the agency finances
  •  Provide guidance in program planning, monitoring and evaluation
Expectations:
  • Regularly attend and actively participate in Board meetings and committee/workgroup activities.
  • Support the organization through personal financial contributions and solicitations
  • Regularly participate and attend the organization’s major events
  • Participate in board education and leadership development activities to be more prepared to exercise effective governance
  • Act as a goodwill ambassador for the organization and promote its mission and work in the community; locally, regionally and nationally
Qualifications:
  • A demonstrated interest in the organization's goals and objectives
  • Specific experience, interest and/or knowledge in at least one area of Board operation: administration, finance, personnel, program development, evaluation, public relations or communication
  • Willingness to attend all Board meetings, serve on committees/work groups and participate in coalition activities as appropriate