The Associate Board is composed of a group of emerging leaders who dedicate their own time, talents, networks and resources to raise awareness and support the mission of Oak Leyden. As an ambassador for the organization, each Associate Board member must express and demonstrate a commitment to the mission and vision of Oak Leyden.
Expectations:
- Spread awareness of Oak Leyden and its mission
- Give or Get* $500 annually
- Provide leadership and engagement in one fundraiser and one volunteer event
- Attend and invite people from your network to Oak Leyden events
- Solicit auction items for the annual Gala
Benefits:
- Become a part of the Oak Leyden family
- Network with the Oak Leyden Governing Board Members
- Recognition on website and related marketing materials
- Invitations to special events with Oak Leyden
- Special programmatic opportunities
Time Commitment:
- Attend at least 75% of Associate Board meetings each year, held quarterly (4 total each year)
- Attend a varying number of committee meetings and special events
Staff Support:
- Associate Board members will receive regular, timely, and accurate information from Oak Leyden’s staff
- Associate Board members will receive staff support in fulfilling their responsibilities, particularly as members access their networks to secure support and meet give/get requirements
*The “give-or-get” requirement is a “best practice” in the fundraising space and means that each associate board member is expected to donate a certain amount of money per year from their personal resources (“give”) or help raise money from others (“get”).
For more information email info@oak-leyden.org