We are actively seeking board members dedicated Revive the Roots' mission, values and work, and want help guide the next years of growth and development. Please read a bit about what we look for in a board member. Feel free to reach out to the [email protected] with any question. We look forward to hearing from you!
What does it mean to be a Revive the Roots Board member?
Board members play a critical role in managing the governance and ensuring the success of the organization. Serving as ambassadors, advocates, and stewards of the organization's mission, they contribute their time, expertise, and resources to ensure effective leadership, strategic planning, and financial sustainability. We ask that board members committee a two year term, at the end of the term there is the opportunity to serve additional terms.
Our organization is dedicated to fostering diversity within our board, recognizing that diverse perspectives contribute to more robust decision-making processes. We actively seek individuals from varied backgrounds ensuring a rich tapestry of experiences and viewpoints.
Our organization is dedicated to fostering diversity within our board, recognizing that diverse perspectives contribute to more robust decision-making processes. We actively seek individuals from varied backgrounds ensuring a rich tapestry of experiences and viewpoints.
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Roles and Responsibilities
● Act as an ambassador for the organization. ● Attend monthly meetings. ● Encouraged but not required to act as an active member on one (1) committee.
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Benefits
● Satisfaction of working in a creative, human-centered, social justice aligned organization. ● Opportunities to network at annual fundraisers, and events, as well as the Donor Gala. ● Opportunities to connect with experts in the field of environmental sustainability, food justice, education, and environmental and historical conservation. ● Personal fulfillment by contributing to the growth and management of Revive the Roots and the community centered on the land of Mowry Commons. |
Please review all Board Member Expectations
Application Process
To make sure we have a great working group the Board of Directors follow a vetting process for prospective board members. Ideal candidates bring needed skill sets and a high degree of commitment. The Board’s policy is to nominate candidates who are able to attend regular meetings (held virtually), are able to work collaboratively and are committed to the priorities and mission of Revive the Roots. Candidates seeking nomination must complete the application process.
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1. Complete the Board of Directors Interest Form
2. Complete an interview with the Board Chair and Secretary. 3. Coffee meeting and tour with the Executive Director. 4. Observe a board meeting. 5. If determined to be a good match, compose a letter to the Board outlining your intentions as a Board member. At an upcoming board meeting you will present your letter and the Board will vote on your appointment. |
Open Positions
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