Seeking Board Member for Education Non-Profit

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If interested, please send an email with Resume/CV and Statement of Interest to info@redthreadwomen.org.

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join the board for our small non-profit! We are a group of passionate professional women working toward equitable educational opportunities through scholarships to high-potential women of international background. In this position you'll be able to gain first-hand experience with a non-profit board and develop your leadership skills.

As Board Member-at-Large, you will have the opportunity to participate in different initiatives, including social media outreach, community building, and fundraising campaigns. We expect the next few years to focus on engaging scholars, donors, and supporters -- we're looking for a Board Member-at-Large to support this work. Initial commitment is one year, with the opportunity to pursue specific roles depending on interest. No prior board experience needed! Fundraising or social media experience would be immediately impactful, but not required.

Responsibilities:

1. Board Meeting Participation: Attend virtual board meetings (3-5 per year for 1 hour each) and participate in strategic decision-making.
2. Working Group / Committee Meetings: Attend virtual meeting to advance initiatives (estimated 1 hour monthly).
3. Scholarship Process: Participate in scholarship application review and scholar selection.
4. Fundraising: Participate in group fundraising and community outreach efforts.
5. Dues: Contribute $200 annually that directly funds scholarships. Dues can be personal contributions or fundraised.