Join us in making a difference! As Board Chair, you will help dogs and their families fight cancer
ORGANIZATION: Toby's Hope for Canine Cancer Care
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Organization Overview
Toby’s Hope is dedicated to providing financial assistance (WA only) for canine lymphoma treatment and diagnosis, as well as caretaker resources to support the owners and families of affected dogs. We believe that every dog deserves a fighting chance against cancer, and our mission is to ensure families have the support they need throughout their entire journey, from diagnosis to end-of-life.
Position SummaryThe Board Chair plays a pivotal role in leading the board of directors and guiding the organization toward achieving its mission. The Chair will provide strategic direction, facilitate board meetings, and serve as the primary representative of the organization. The ideal candidate will be passionate about animal welfare, committed to supporting families facing canine cancer, and possess strong leadership and governance skills.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Governance:
Provide leadership to the board of directors, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Oversee the governance and performance of the board, ensuring effective decision-making and adherence to the organization's mission.
Support and evaluate the Executive Director, providing guidance and mentorship.
Strategic Planning:
Work with the board and staff to develop and implement strategic goals and objectives.
Ensure the organization remains aligned with its mission and community needs.
Board Meetings:
Schedule and facilitate regular board meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring effective communication among board members.
Encourage active participation and engagement from all board members during meetings.
Fundraising and Advocacy:
Lead fundraising efforts by engaging board members and the community in fundraising initiatives.
Serve as a spokesperson for the organization, advocating for its mission to stakeholders, community partners, and the public.
Community Engagement:
Foster relationships with other organizations, stakeholders, and community members to enhance the organization’s visibility and impact.
Represent the organization at community events, meetings, and conferences.
Financial Oversight:
Work with the Treasurer to oversee the organization’s financial health, ensuring proper fiscal management and accountability.
Assist in the approval of budgets and financial reports.
Experience:
Prior experience serving on a nonprofit board, with leadership experience preferred.
Strong understanding of nonprofit governance and financial management.
Skills:
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to facilitate discussions, build consensus, and inspire others.
Knowledge of canine health and caretaker issues, particularly canine cancer, is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
Passionate about animal welfare & mental health and committed to the organization’s mission.
Ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of people.
Strong ethical standards and integrity.
Estimated time commitment of [10 hours per month], including board meetings, committee work, and community events.
Willingness to participate actively in fundraising efforts and advocacy initiatives.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of dogs and their families facing cancer.
Help a young nonprofit build a strong foundation and influence its trajectory and position in the community.
Network with other passionate individuals and organizations within the animal welfare community.
Interested candidates should submit a resume to toby.hope4caninecancercare@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
More opportunities with Toby's Hope for Canine Cancer Care
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Toby's Hope for Canine Cancer Care
Location:
909 S 321st St, Federal Way, WA 98003, US
Mission Statement
Toby’s Hope for Canine Cancer Care will provide financial assistance to those in need (WA State only) for canine cancer treatment and diagnosis, and resources to support owners and their families for managing new responsibilities of being a caretaker. Our focus is to support a dog and its family through the entire cancer journey from initial diagnosis to end of life. We believe that life is better with a dog in it and want to enable families to tackle cancer with a community behind them.
Description
We are a young organization, having just been founded in July 2024. Toby's Hope was started as a way to turn the journey that my dog, Toby, and I had with his lymphoma diagnosis in 2023 into a positive way to help others. Toby remains in remission and he inspires me every day to live life to the fullest and take what we have learned to help others on their cancer journey. We have a basic website up and running and before the end of 2024, hope to launch our first in person and virtual support groups. We are also focused on building out a more robust website, social media presence, finding partners interested in our cause and promoting us, as well as raising money so we can start provide financial assistance in 2025.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Seattle, WA 98101
DATE POSTED
October 8, 2024
SKILLS
- Strategic Planning
- Management
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 10 hours a month
- Previous board experience