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3 people are interested
Seeking Board Members for Nonprofit Benefiting Persons with Autism
ORGANIZATION: Camp TESSA of Hardin County
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3 people are interested
Camp TESSA of Hardin County is seeking one to three board members who have experience with leadership of a 501c3 nonprofit and are knowledgeable of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and passionate about the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the local community. We are a small organization with a small budget seeking creative ideas for fundraising and inclusive camp activities. If you are enthusiastic about contributing to a unique and highly popular activity for individuals with ASD, please contact us to join our board.
More opportunities with Camp TESSA of Hardin County
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Camp TESSA of Hardin County
Location:
PO Box 2443, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Camp TESSA is to teach effective social skills for children with Autism by fostering relationships with positive peer role models.
Description
Camp TESSA of Hardin County is a summer day camp for individuals with autism. Each camper is paired with a neurotypical peer buddy to foster social and communication skills and encourage maximum participation in camp activities. The camp is staffed with certified special education teachers and assistants who have experience working with students with autism in the local school districts. Campers participate in daily social skills instruction as well as typical camp activities such as games and crafts. The camp also includes daily music therapy and community involvement with field trips to local attractions. The camp culminates with a family picnic with an informational meeting and performance by the campers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO Box 2443ElizabethtownElizabethtown, KY 42701
DATE POSTED
May 5, 2020
SKILLS
- Budgeting
- Bookkeeping
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Project Management
- Special Needs
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- Orientation or Training
- New board members will attend board functions with a current board member for a minimum of 3 months prior to taking over the position of the current board member. Board meetings take place approximately 4-5 times per year.
- Duties outside of board meetings will vary from electronic communication to technical assistance of several hours per month.