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Expectations of the Board as a Whole

The mission of We Are All We Need, Inc. is to Our mission is to end homelessness for youth that have aged out of foster care. We have been dedicated to this goal since 2017.

As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for

• determining the mission and purposes of the organization
• selecting and evaluating the performance of the chief executive
• strategic and organizational planning
• ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
• fundraising and resource development
• approving and monitoring the organization’s programs and services
• enhancing the organization’s public image
• assessing its own performance as the governing body of the organization

Expectations of Individual Board Members

Each individual board member is expected to

• know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs
• faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements
• serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission
• leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve the organization’s mission
• give a meaningful personal financial donation
• help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy
• prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings
• participate fully in one or more committees