• HandsOn River Region Board Member Interest Form

  • HandsOn River Region was founded in 1974 as the Voluntary Action Center, with a focus on supporting nonprofit capacity through volunteerism. Over our 52-year history, we have grown to include programs such as the 2-1-1 Information & Referral line; the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Coordinated Entry, in conjunction with the Mid-Alabama Coalition for the Homeless; and the Christmas Clearinghouse program. We also serve our communities in times of natural disaster by operating Volunteer Reception Centers (VRCs) and aligning with our local Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) to coordinate community resources after disasters.

    The mission of HandsOn River Region is to mobilize volunteers and connect people, information, and services to meet local needs and build a strong, caring community.

    Find more information about us at www.handsonriverregion.org. 

     

  • About You

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  • Mission Alignment

  • Have you previously volunteered with, donated to, partnered with, or otherwise supported HandsOn River Region?*

  • Board Role Understanding

    Board Service at HandsOn River Region is an active leadership role. Board members are expected to attend meetings, prepare in advance, serve on at least one committee, make a personally meaningful financial contribution, help identify and cultivate donors or sponsors, participate in fundraising and advocacy, and act as ambassadors for the organization.
  • Please check each statement to confirm your understanding:*
  • Have you ever had to review financial statements or budgets before?*
  • Are you willing to complete board governance training within your first 90 days of service as a board member? Training is expected to take four hours.*

  • Fundraising and Resource Development

  • HandsOn River Region expects every board member to participate in fundraising in a way that fits their strengths and networks. Which of the following are you willing to do?*

  • Engagement and Availability

    HandsOn River Region meets in January, March, May, July, September, and November on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. The meetings usually last an hour but can go for an hour and a half.
  • Board members are expected to attend meetings and prepare in advance. Can you attend at least 80% of board meetings?*

  • Committees

    Board members are asked to participate in at least one committee at HandsOn River Region. Committees meet in February, April, June, August, October, and December/early January.
  • Which committees or areas interest you most?*

  • Skills, Relationships, and Strategic Value

  • What skills, expertise, or experience would you bring to the board?*
  • Which sectors or communities are you connected to?*

  • Previous Board or Leadership Experience

  • Have you ever served on a non-profit board, advisory council, committee, or leadership team?*
  • Have you ever served as a board officer? Please check all that apply*

  • Conflicts and Eligibility

  • Do you have any potential conflicts of interest, professional relationships, or personal relationships that could affect your board service?*

  • References

    Please provide three references, with at least one reference being a professional reference
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  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Additional Information

  • Submission

    By submitting this form, I understand that completing an application does not guarantee board appointment. I also understand that board candidates may be asked to participate in an interview, attend a board meeting as a guest, or may be asked to serve on a committee before being invited to serve on the Board of Directors.
  • Date*
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