Chiefdom Board of Directors

Purpose and Scope of Responsibilities:

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The purpose of The Leadership Academy of Creative Arts (TLACA) Board of Directors is to help the organization pursue its mission of restoring the role of the village by building healthy leaders in communities.

 

TLACA is seeking board members who will be enthusiastic partners as we embark on our vision and mission. Moreover, the board provides support through governance, strategic planning, fundraising, and outreach. This opportunity is a volunteer position. We ask that if you wish to apply, you must have the following capacity and qualities:

• Commitment to TLACA's mission and a genuine interest in at least one of the following areas: Education, social-emotional well-being, financial empowerment, and racial equity.

• Be a team player and an empathetic, thoughtful listener.

• Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board governance: finance, fundraising, strategic planning, governance, education, and/or personnel. (Previous board experience preferred).

• Commit to two years of Board service.

• Serve on at least one committee and actively participate.

• Accept assignments and complete them thoroughly and on time.

• Commit time for quarterly board meetings, committee meetings, and special events (5-10 hours per quarter).

• Participate in TLACA's fundraising efforts by actively seeking new donors (individual and/or institutional) and stewarding current donors.

• Recognize TLACA as one of their top three priorities for personal giving and willing to make a personally meaningful contribution to it each year (time, talents & treasure).

• Promote the purpose and agenda of the organization in their daily lives by attending networking events, hosting/coordinating events, and actively seeking publicity, connections, and funding.

• Use their networks and connections to promote the purpose and agenda of the organization.