Board Member bei Mary Crane Center
Mary Crane Center · Chicago, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Senior
- Optionales Büro in Chicago
Description
Join Our Board of Directors
Position: Board Member (Director)
Term: 3 years (renewable once, up to 6 consecutive years)
About Mary Crane Center
For more than a century, Mary Crane Center has been committed to preparing children for a lifetime of learning by providing high-quality early childhood education and family support services. Our mission is rooted in equity, opportunity, and community impact and our Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding and strengthening this work.
We are seeking passionate and engaged leaders to join our Board of Directors. As a board member, you will help shape the future of Mary Crane Center while making a direct impact on the lives of children and families across Chicago.
Why Serve on the Board?
Serving on Mary Crane’s Board is an opportunity to:
- Advance Equity in Education – Help close the opportunity gap for children and families.
- Contribute Your Expertise – Share your skills in leadership, finance, fundraising, advocacy, or community engagement.
- Grow as a Leader – Participate in board development workshops, retreats, and networking with mission-driven peers.
- Make a Tangible Impact – Support an organization with deep community roots and a lasting legacy.
Responsibilities of a Board Member
Governance & Leadership
- Guide strategy, set policy, and provide oversight to advance Mary Crane’s mission.
- Participate in strategic planning retreats, workshops, and board development activities.
- Mentor new board members and help foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture.
Participation
- Attend and actively engage in board and committee meetings (both in-person and virtual).
- Review materials in advance and contribute thoughtful input.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold board decisions.
Fundraising & Advocacy
- Make a personally meaningful annual financial contribution (ensuring 100% board participation).
- Help cultivate and connect potential donors, partners, and supporters.
- Attend fundraising events and represent Mary Crane as an ambassador in the community.
Fiduciary & Ethical Responsibility
- Fulfill legal duties of care, loyalty, and obedience.
- Provide financial oversight by reviewing and understanding statements and budgets.
- Avoid conflicts of interest and act with integrity and fairness in all decisions.
Requirements
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome board candidates who are:
- Passionate about early childhood education, equity, and community impact.
- Willing to contribute their time, expertise, and resources.
- Skilled in areas such as finance, fundraising, advocacy, law, education, nonprofit leadership, or community engagement.
- Collaborative, innovative, and committed to advancing Mary Crane’s mission.
Your Commitment
- Time: Attend regular board and committee meetings, annual retreats, and community events.
- Financial: Make a personally meaningful annual contribution and participate in fundraising.
- Engagement: Serve actively on at least one committee and act as an ambassador for Mary Crane in your networks.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about improving the lives of children and families and want to bring your voice and leadership to the table, we invite you to join us.
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