I will be an advocate and ambassador for the organization and its mission to the general public and various groups. I will stay informed about current events within the organization. I will ask questions and request information. I will participate and take responsibility for making decisions on issues, policies, and other board matters.
I will attend an orientation/training session to become familiar with the organization, its mission, budget and the role of board members.
I will attend board meetings, read board material sent out prior to the meeting, and come prepared to actively participate and discuss items on the agenda. Board members should not miss more than two meetings per year except in special circumstances and shall notify the board president or Executive Director when unable to attend.
I will serve on a committee using my experience, time, connections, education and/or business expertise to help the organization.
I will learn and understand the organization’s policies and programs, bylaws, capabilities and needs and be able to accurately articulate and represent them.
I will be available and accessible to share resources, talent, expertise, and ideas with staff and other board members.
I will commit to increasing my skills/knowledge as a board member throughout my tenure.
I will accept fiduciary, ethical, and legal responsibility for the organization, oversee its financial health, and will help to hold fellow board members and staff to professional standards.
I will understand and respect the distinction between the board’s role as policy maker and the Executive Director’s role as policy implementer and manager of operations.
I understand the Board of Directors makes decisions in accordance with the bylaws and individual board members have no authority unless specifically granted by the board.
I will review the annual budget prior to voting on it, review the annual audit, and work to ensure the organization uses its resources effectively toward fulfillment of its mission.
I will review and abide by the organization's Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest policy.