Gwinnett/ Rockdale Board Members Wanted

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We are seeking new board members to join our organization. Our mission is to address and impact health and nutrition disparities in Gwinnett and Rockdale Counties (GA). Please visit our website for more information on our mission and impact helpfromhattie.org.

At Help From Hattie, board members have the following responsibilities.

1. Make a personal contribution. As a board member, you are expected and encouraged to make a financial contribution of meaningful size at the beginning of every year. The alternative is to support one of our programs through sponsorship. All contributions are tax-deductible.

2. Share networks and open doors. Each board member must be willing to share their network, to help the organization access new resources through partnership. On average making one new introduction per month and or securing at least $1000.00 per month for programs or participate in the Give/get $2500 option. All contributions are tax-deductible.

3. Be an effective advocate. Help From Hattie is a community resource that participates in advocacy to sustain equity. Each board member should be an advocate for the underserved and for the organization. They should be prepared to talk about Help From Hattie with anyone who is interested. Board members should be able to invite interested people for a tour, to an event, or even to go out for coffee with the executive director. Board members are responsible for one relationship-building activity per month.

4. Invite others to contribute. As a Board member, you are required to ask others to make a contribution through an appeal letter, to the annual fund, or to a specific event or program. Board members help make a minimum of ten "asks" per year by signing annual fund letters to your friends, bringing people to our special events, and making face-to-face solicitations.

5. Actively participate in monthly meetings. As a board member, you are expected to attend meetings, and contribute to the discussion. Lend your expertise.

While specific experience is not required we appreciate secular talents such as grant writing business marketing accounting, HR professionals, and medical personnel.

Join an organization that continues to grow.

** Must be 21 years of age.
**Service term is minimum 2 years.