Board Application

Overview

The The Vet Space® Board of Directors governs the overall execution of the organization’s mission. Principally, the Board manages organizational finances and sets long term priorities for programs, including the development of: Phase I - development of solid strategic plan, fundraising, partnerships with outdoors organizations; Phase II - hosting our own outdoors events; annual women veterans wellness retreat. Additionally, the Board oversees the Executive Director, who is responsible for day-to-day management of the organization. Overall, the members of the Board contribute the educational, management, legal, and financial skills needed to ensure long term organizational stability and ensure year-to-year educational excellence for The Vet Space® mission.

The Board of Directors has no less than 3 voting members. Terms are for 2 years.

Board Member responsibilities include attendance regular board meetings twice a year and active email conversations as part of Board committees. In some years the Board may hold additional meetings. Board members also hold a fiduciary responsibility for management of organizational capital and ensuring appropriate filings with federal, state, and local authorities consistent with the organization’s status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The attendance policy allows for removal if three consecutive meetings are missed without notice.

Positions

  • Chairperson/Vice Chairperson

  • Secretary

  • Treasurer

Declaration of Candidacy

Board positions require a time and energy commitment that should not be underestimated. Candidates are urged to consider personal priorities for the next year as well as the ways to contribute to the development of the organization.

Resources available to prospective members:

  • Organizational Documents: Strategic Plan, Bylaws, FY Budget, and others upon request

  • Program Overview; Calendar of Events

  • Email or call the Executive Director with questions or if you would like the contact information for the current Nominating Committee chair.

To apply:

  • Submit the one-page Board Application below and your résumé to joinus@thevetspace.org. Please write “NEW BOARD MEMBER APPLICATION” in the subject line.

  • Copies of the this application will be distributed to the interviewing team and will aid in understanding how you would like to contribute to the organization’s work.

Time and Financial Considerations

Meetings:

  • Board Meetings- Bi-monthly

  • Committee Work (generally by email, Zoom/Google Meet)

  • Annual Meeting

  • Annual Fundraiser- board participation needed/required

Donations:

As with any Board, members will be solicited for a cash or in-kind donation; 100% participation is sought; the amount is $350 to help offset administrative fees but we ask that board members consider giving more if so led. Board members should maintain an active membership status during their term.

Application for The Vet Space® Board Candidacy