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The Board of Advisors for the Weekley Family YMCA is essential in providing oversight, ensuring resources and supporting the organization’s strategic direction as set forth by the YMCA of Greater Houston Association Board of Directors and President, Chief Executive Officer. As a board member, you will articulate, safeguard, model and promote the values of the YMCA and ultimately contribute to strengthening the foundations of our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Board members lay the foundation for strong advisory level volunteers and philanthropic support of the organization.

DUTIES
1. PHILANTHROPY
Philanthropy is a core component of the YMCA’s charitable purpose and enhances the organization’s ability to achieve its Mission. Therefore, members of the Board of Advisors are asked to both give and obtain financial support for the organization and service as an advocate in the community.

2. ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP
Each board member participates in the Annual Giving Campaign by:
* Pledging a meaningful, personal gift for the coming year.
* Serving in a leadership role during campaign season and securing other individuals to serve as fundraisers.
* Serving as a fundraiser, securing other individual and corporate gifts.

3. BOARD MEETING ATTENDANCE
To be an engaged member of the board, attendance of at least 70% of scheduled meetings is expected.

4. VOLUNTEERING
Board members are encouraged to volunteer in at least one special event or committee throughout the year.

5. EVENT ATTENDANCE
To become a better informed Board member you are asked to attend at least two special events each term.