Confidential
Advisory Board
About the Company
Global organization increasing the accessibility & funding of local schools
Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management
Type
Non Profit
Founded
2013
Employees
11-50
Categories
Non-Profit & Philanthropy
About the Role WHY JOIN THE ADVISORY BOARD?
We are seeking leaders and change makers who are inspired to give back, create a legacy, and leverage their developed skills and networks to champion childrens education. Put your domain and leadership expertise to use, to help catalyze the continued expansion and footprint. Together, we have sent over 6,000 children to school to date.
Our Vision:
We believe in a world where every child has access to quality early education. We believe in dignity, not dependence. As venture philanthropists, we invest in schools like businesses, not charity cases. We believe educated children are at the heart of healthy, productive and prosperous societies. If that is the future we want tomorrow, we must invest today.
The Role
The Advisory Board exists to further the mission of:
- Introducing strategic / operational recommendations to executive leadership - Weighing in on proposed motions, prior to Board of Directors vote - Engaging in an assigned Steering Committee (Development, Impact, Nominations, Events, etc.) - Expanding the reach of the organization to professional, corporate, institutional network - Raising funds and driving engagement around major events, galas
Ideal Candidate
If you are an impact oriented leader with a passion for education, and whose heart and mind is gravitating towards creating and building something new ? we invite you to come explore and build a legacy that transforms this world.
Attribute Checklist
Gets that serving on a board is a privilege and a real responsibility Passion for the mission i.e. service before self Honors and respects the voices of others Ego in check; humility yet fierce resolve Strong work ethic; strive for excellence Sense of humor is a must
Time Commitment:
2-4 in-person Board Meetings (Palo Alto and New York City) Attend Annual Gala and other major events We strongly encourage board members to visit one of our partner schools during their term and to actively participate in one or more of our committees or task forces.
Financial Commitment:
Give: Minimum pledge of $3,500 a year (typically structured as a monthly $300 give) Get: No official 'get', but support from the Advisory Board is critical to the success of fundraising efforts
We are seeking applications from qualified and highly motivated leaders who are passionate about our mission and who want to make an impact in the lives of the children we serve. We strive for a board that reflects a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, lived experiences, sectors and networks. Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Board of Directors (non-operating)
Skills Nonprofit Management required
About the Role WHY JOIN THE ADVISORY BOARD?
We are seeking leaders and change makers who are inspired to give back, create a legacy, and leverage their developed skills and networks to champion childrens education. Put your domain and leadership expertise to use, to help catalyze the continued expansion and footprint. Together, we have sent over 6,000 children to school to date.
Our Vision:
We believe in a world where every child has access to quality early education. We believe in dignity, not dependence. As venture philanthropists, we invest in schools like businesses, not charity cases. We believe educated children are at the heart of healthy, productive and prosperous societies. If that is the future we want tomorrow, we must invest today.
The Role
The Advisory Board exists to further the mission of:
- Introducing strategic / operational recommendations to executive leadership - Weighing in on proposed motions, prior to Board of Directors vote - Engaging in an assigned Steering Committee (Development, Impact, Nominations, Events, etc.) - Expanding the reach of the organization to professional, corporate, institutional network - Raising funds and driving engagement around major events, galas
Ideal Candidate
If you are an impact oriented leader with a passion for education, and whose heart and mind is gravitating towards creating and building something new ? we invite you to come explore and build a legacy that transforms this world.
Attribute Checklist
Gets that serving on a board is a privilege and a real responsibility Passion for the mission i.e. service before self Honors and respects the voices of others Ego in check; humility yet fierce resolve Strong work ethic; strive for excellence Sense of humor is a must
Time Commitment:
2-4 in-person Board Meetings (Palo Alto and New York City) Attend Annual Gala and other major events We strongly encourage board members to visit one of our partner schools during their term and to actively participate in one or more of our committees or task forces.
Financial Commitment:
Give: Minimum pledge of $3,500 a year (typically structured as a monthly $300 give) Get: No official 'get', but support from the Advisory Board is critical to the success of fundraising efforts
We are seeking applications from qualified and highly motivated leaders who are passionate about our mission and who want to make an impact in the lives of the children we serve. We strive for a board that reflects a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, lived experiences, sectors and networks. Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Board of Directors (non-operating)
Skills Nonprofit Management required