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HELP INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION OF FEMALE STEAM LEADERS

DIY Girls is seeking individuals to join our Board of Directors. We’re a growing STEAM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) nonprofit organization located in the Northeast San Fernando Valley, whose mission is to increase girls’ interest and success in technology, engineering, and making through innovative educational experiences and mentor relationships. Our organization develops and implements programs and activities designed to encourage engagement with technology, promote self-confidence, and support career aspirations in STEAM-related fields. We are a supportive community for girls driven by an interest in creating and building with technology.

Board of Director Responsibilities

Board members provide governing and financial oversight of DIY Girls as well as contribute to the overall financial health of the organization by supporting fundraising goals and activities. Board members serve a 3 year term and Board officers serve a 2 year term. As a Board member, you would play a critical role in ensuring that we continue to realize our mission, successfully implement programming, and achieve short-term/long-term goals. Board member responsibilities include the following:

• Support annual fundraising efforts by making a personal contribution and having others donate on your behalf ($5,000 Annual Give/Get).
• Participate in all organized fundraising campaigns and events.
• Represent DIY Girls’ values/work by serving as an ambassador to the community.
• Participate in decision making around issues, policies, and other board matters.
• Stay informed about our current programs, outcomes, and future strategic plans.
• Attend quarterly Board meetings (January, April, July, and October).
• Serve on at least one standing committee (Governance, Finance, Fundraising).
• Act in the best interest of DIY Girls and avoid conflicts of interest.
• Read and understand financial statements, in order to ensure that DIY Girls is fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities.

Join Us Today

If you share our passion for STEAM education for girls, please consider joining our Board of Directors. Together we can build a future where more women of color are a part of the STEAM workforce and possess the skills and competitiveness needed to become the computer programmers and engineers of tomorrow.

How to Apply

To apply, visit: http://tinyurl.com/diyboardmemberapp online.

Volunteer Match allows us to select 6 skills from a list. The skills/background selected are not requirements. If you are passionate about our mission and want to help, consider applying and telling us how your skills will strengthen the DIY Girls board.

Learn more at DIYGirls.org