Committee Interest Form

Committee Interest Form
The Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) thrives because of the dedication and expertise of our volunteers. Serving on a committee is a great way to contribute your skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and help advance our mission to preserve, conserve, and restore Florida’s native plants and natural communities.

We invite FNPS members to express their interest in joining one of our committees. Whether you have specialized expertise or simply a passion for native plants and conservation, we welcome your participation!

Why Join a Committee?
- Make a meaningful impact on FNPS initiatives
- Collaborate with fellow members who share your interests
- Develop leadership skills and gain nonprofit experience
- Help shape the future of native plant conservation in Florida
Committee Areas of Interest:
- Conservation
- Governance
- Education
- Landscape
- Land Management Review
- Membership
- Science
- Development
- Policy & Legislation
- Publication
- Conference
Council of Chapters Positions of Interest:
- Chapter Representative
- Council Chair
- Council Vice Chair
- Council Secretary
How to Get Involved:

Complete this form with your contact information, areas of interest, and a brief statement about your background and how you’d like to contribute. Our team will review your submission and connect you with the appropriate committee.

For questions or additional information, please contact executivedirector@fnps.org.

Join us in making a difference—your skills and passion are needed!
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Share with us your unique skills

Project ManagementBusiness Financial ManagementGraphic Design/Illustration and ArtGrantsmanshipEnvironmental LawCyber SecurityPolicy/Technical WritingAdvertising, Marketing, or Social Media CommunicationsIn-person and Digital Event PlanningCommunity ModerationScience Literature SearchScience ReseachCitizen ScienceLand Management ReviewsEducational Lesson Planning (K12)Public SpeakingPhotography and/or VideographyOther
Which committee are you interested in?

Conservation - Promote the FNPS mission via conservation, preservation, and/or restoration of rare or imperiled native plant taxa and plant communities in FloridaGovernance - Ensure continuity in governance documentsEducation - Improve knowledge about native plants and native plant communities of Florida among the general public including current and future audiences diverse in age, cultural background and interest levelLand Management Reviewer - Work with the Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Division of State Lands on state mandated land management reviewsNomination - Ensure the incoming leadership is in alignment with our mission and will support our strategic planMembership & Outreach - Engage the membership with unique and fun activities and events, ensure continuity in brandingPolicy & Legislation - Track political activities that impact upon Florida native plants or their environments and develops policy statements to guide FNPS and chapter involvement in policy issues relating to Florida native plantsPublication - Facilitate the successful development of the Sabal Minor and PalmettoScience - Utilize the scientific literature to develop position statements on issues related to identifying, managing, cultivating, and conserving Florida native plantsCouncil of Chapters - Represent your local membership on the Council of Chapters and connect local and statewide issues.Other
Are you able to meet with your committee on a monthly basis? (consistent participation is key to momentum!)

YesNo
Are you interested in serving as a committee chair?

YesNoMaybe
Do you enjoy being an integral part of a team?

YesNo
Please briefly explain your interest in serving on an FNPS committee.
You may include the following:What brought you to FNPS? What would you like to accomplish?
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