Board of Directors for a Arts organization in ATL

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Purpose: To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Evolving Arts of America so as to support the organization’s mission and needs.

Optional - Mission or purpose statement: Evolving Arts of America encourages youth ages 10-17 to develop their creative potentials through the arts. We provide an environment in which children can feel free to imagine, create, and welcome the arts into their lives. Evolving Arts provides a professional work environment that is challenging, rewarding, creative and respectful of ideas of individuals. We want to inspire pro social friendships, strong interpersonal skills and instill a sense of hope in the future. We at Evolving Arts would also like to empower youth and individuals to establish goals in life and also follow through on commitments. Most of all, we want to surround youths in a caring inclusive learning environment in the arts.

Evolvingartsofamerica.org

*Major responsibilities:

• Organizational leadership and advisement
• Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees
• Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures
• Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
• Oversight of program planning and evaluation
• Personnel evaluation and staff development
• Review of organizational and programmatic reports
• Promotion of the organization
• Fundraising and outreach

*Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of evolving arts of america. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community.

Length of term: Three years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of three consecutive terms, pending approval of the board.

Membership Fee : $1200 Raise or Give

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets September through June on the second Monday of the month, 8:00 p.m., via Skype /phone or location . Meetings typically last 90 minutes.
• Committees of the board meet an average of four times per year, pending their respective work agenda.
• Board members are asked to attend no more than two special events or meetings per year, as they are determined.

Expectations of board members:

• Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able.
• Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary.
• Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Evolving Arts of America mission, objectives, and programs.
• Help communicate and promote Evolving Arts of America mission and programs to the community.
• Become familiar with Evolving Arts of America finances, budget, and financial/resource needs.
• Understand the policies and procedures of Evolving of America.
• Financially support Evolving Arts of America in a manner commensurate with one’s ability.