Friends of DuPont Board Application
Following this application, there will be a selection process including screening, interviewing, and matching with current board needs. Completion of an application does not guarantee board membership.
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Board Member Agreement: Please read the Board Member Description and Agreement below which outlines the expectations of incoming and current board members. Applying to become a Board Member implies you accept the responsibilities as outlined in the Board Member Description and Agreement.


Friends of DuPont Forest is a volunteer service organization working to enhance the public use and enjoyment of the DuPont State Recreational Forest while protecting its natural resources.

For more information, please visit FoDF’s website at www.dupontforest.com.

Member of the Board of Directors
The Board will support the work of Friends of DuPont Forest and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by Friends of DuPont Forest’s Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected.

FoDF’s Board Members will serve a three-year term to be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term (a total of six consecutive years). After two three-year terms, FoDF board members will be asked to remain off of the board for two years before reapplying.

Board Member Responsibilities
* Leadership, Governance and Oversight
* Be aware of, and claim, potential conflicts of interest
* Know and effectively relate the mission, purpose, goals, and programs of FoDF
* Establish, enforce, and adhere to organizational policies
* Accept full fiduciary responsibility for FoDF’s financial accountability by approving FoDF’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities
* Hire, support, advise, and evaluate FoDF’s Executive Director
* Maintain full confidentiality of all FoDF board meetings
* Assist the Nominating Committee chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members
* Ensure a commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects our communities

Meetings, Events, and Communication
* Attend and participate in board meetings and full-day annual retreat
* Actively attend and participate in two committees
* Attend FoDF’s annual meeting, the Buck Forest Club event, and Forest Festival
* Attend FoDF events and/or volunteer workdays, as able
* Be accessible, at least by phone or e-mail, to staff and other board members as needed.

Fundraising
* Actively champion FoDF in your community
* Make a personally significant financial contribution to FoDF
* Make thank you calls to donors, as directed by the Executive Director
* Participate in fundraising activities when asked by the Executive Director
* Identify friends and associates who might be prospective donors, committee or board members
* Seek opportunities in your community to present on FoDF (civic clubs, service groups, etc.)

Friends of DuPont Responsibilities
* Friends of DuPont Forest agrees to provide each member of the board with the following
* A full orientation binder with relevant policies, procedures, and contact information for the organization
* Ample notice of all meetings
* Access to minutes of all meetings (if taken)
* All relevant information to conduct their job as a board member
* Respect for their time
* The effective use of their talents

Full Name *
Home Address, Including City, State and Zip Code *
Email Address *
Phone Number *
 Briefly describe any current connection to or involvement with Friends of DuPont *
Have you been to DuPont State Recreational Forest? If so, how often do you go and what activities do you take part in while you’re there? *
List your involvement in other community organizations, including the organization's name, your level of involvement and any leadership positions held. *
Why do you want to serve on the board of Friends of DuPont Forest? *
Please indicate any areas of expertise or experience. *
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Please indicate the committees or volunteer groups that interest you. **Note that board members are expected to serve on two committees and may be asked to chair a committee. *
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If you are not previously volunteering with Friends of DuPont Forest, would you be interested in serving with one of the above committees or groups if you are not selected for immediate board service? *
Approximately how much time are you able to contribute on a monthly basis as a board member? *
How do you feel Friends of DuPont Forest would benefit from having you as a board member? *
Most of our board and committee communication is done via email. Can we communicate with you effectively using email?   *
Much of our work in board and committee is done online, using platforms like Google Docs and Google Sheets. Are you comfortable using or learning these technologies? *
Anything else we should know about you?
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