BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPLICATION FORM

BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPLICATION FORM
Thank you for your interest in serving as a member of the Board of Directors of Hero to a Child. Serving on the board is a rewarding experience and an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Completing this form will help you understand the skills and time/resource commitments of this leadership position. You may find it helpful to read through the entire application and Board Member Responsibilities before you begin filling it out.
Please return the completed application by October 31st to Hero To A Child, Attn: Erin Authier-Lohr by email to erina@herotoachild.org Interviews will be held throughout in early November
This application will be kept confidential in the Hero To A Child office. Applications are reviewed by the Board Development Committee to identify and evaulate potential board candidates. All new directors are elected by a majority vote of current board members during the November board meeting. Newly elected board members will begin serving January 1st (those joining after Jan 1st will also be considered as part of that class of board members).
BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve a one-year Freshman term on the Board. Eligible to serve an additional two (2) two-year terms if re-elected or three (3) if one is served on Executive Committee.
- Attend a minimum of 50% of all Board Meetings (held bi-monthly) and events including Annual Meeting and Board Social. Board meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of the month. Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov (Nov. adjusted as needed for Thanksgiving holiday)
- Make Hero to a Child your philanthropic priority. Participate in the advancement of the organization’s strategic plan through fundraising and volunteer recruitment.
- Support the Hero to a Child mission and financial goals through an annual give/get of $1,500 in financial support, including a personal financial gift at a level that is meaningful to you.
- Provide organizational oversight to ensure legal, financial, and ethical integrity.
- Chair or serve on one Hero to a Child committee each year. Committees include but are not limited to: Donor Engagement, Board Development, Finance, Advocacy, Communications, and Executive.
- Act as an ambassador for the organizations mission and promote its work in the community to bring new partners, volunteers, and board members in.
GUIDING STATEMENTS
MISSION STATEMENT

To empower, uplift, and support children and young adults impacted by abuse and neglect to realize a brighter future.
VISION STATEMENT

A strongly connected community of care, creating an environment where every young person in the child welfare system can thrive, experience stability, enjoy their childhood, and be prepared for success in life.
VALUES

In service to the community, HTAC holds the following core values:

Respect: We believe every individual has the right to be seen, heard, and valued.

Respond: We believe evryone's story is unique and deserves a flexible and tailored response.

Collaborate: We believe that we cannot do this alone.

Integrity: We believe we are accountable to our community and stakeholders to the highest possible standards.
MAJOR ROLES

Partner - We increase our impact by collaborating with individuals and organizations while leveraging resources effectively to ensure a mutually beneficial outcome.

Educator - We empower individuals with knowledge to cultivate well informed communities so that our children and youth can lead fulfilling and successful lives.

Resource provider - We identify and address the specific needs of the children and youth we serve, to provide diverse support ensuring access to resources they need to heal and thrive.

Connector - We act as a bridge builder to create meaningful connections and facilitate collaboration among various stakeholders.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATE APPLICATION
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Why are you interested in Hero to a Child?
Why are you interested in serving on the Hero to a Child Board of Directors?
Do you have any previous board service, leadership, or volunteer experience?
Are you presently serving on any boards? If yes, what is your role?
What kinds of skills or expertise can you offer (see checkboxes below and/or include any additional information in the space provided)? How will Hero to a Child benefit from your participation, and how do you think we could best take advantage of your expertise?
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Board developmentStrategic planningFinancial managementFundraisingProgram developmentCommunications/MarketingStaffing/HRLawIT/Web DevelopmentLived ExperienceAdvocacyAdmin/Management
What do you expect Hero to a Child to do for you so that your experience as a Board member is satisfying?
What is your experience with the child welfare system, guardian ad litem, and/or Hero to a Child?
Are you willing to give time, energy and resources to support the mission of Hero to a Child?

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Are you comfortable soliciting others for membership and funding?

YesNo
Please describe any experience you have in doing so:
Do you have any concerns with the time and/or financial (give or get) commitment required to be a Board member?
Were you referred by someone?

YesNo
Who?
If a Board position is unavailable, I would be interested in serving in another capacity.

Donor Engagement Committee - supports fund development & donor stewardshipCommunications Committee - support marketing efforts & community outreachHoliday Magic Committee - helps find and coordinate holiday gift donors and eventsFundraising event committees - Unsung Brunch or Pasco event, planning and sponsorshipFinance Committee - oversees the organizations financesBoard Development Committee - supports board member search, policy updates, and goal settingAdvisory Council - lends personal and professional expertise to assist in strategic planning goalsAdvocacy Committee - helps strengthen organizational relationships with local elected officials.
Agreement and Signature
By submitting this application, I certify that the above and attached information to this application is true and accurate. I also understand that anyone wishing to volunteer with Hero To A Child may be required to complete a Level 2 Background Check.
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