Volunteer Board Member

Volunteer Board Member

About the Company

Mission-driven organization developing a local science & technology center

Industry

Museums and Institutions

Type

Non Profit

Founded

2015

Employees

1-10

About the Role

Join us on our Board of Directors and play a critical role in shaping science and technology engagement! As a member of our leadership team, you will help drive strategic initiatives, foster community outreach, and make impactful decisions that support our mission of inspiring curiosity and discovery. Board members will dedicate approximately 25 hours per week to participate in meetings, lead committees, and engage with the community. We ask that all members contribute a modest annual financial donation to demonstrate our collective commitment to the sustainability of the organization. We are in search of dynamic leaders to help build and spearhead specific committees as we expand our programs and outreach.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with fellow board members to establish, review, and guide strategic goals and initiatives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to enhance our organizational capacity and volunteer network.
• Act as an ambassador for our mission, engaging with donors, community partners, and the public.
• Chair or actively participate in committees, assisting in recruitment and development of volunteer teams.
• Support fundraising, donor relations, and sponsorship efforts in conjunction with the Development Committee.
• Engage in marketing, outreach, and program planning to promote science and space education for all ages.

Committee Opportunities

We seek Board Members to help lead one or more of the following committees :

Establish and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors. Oversee outreach and donor database management. Assist with grant writing, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising efforts. Collaborate with Finance to track donations and manage the fundraising budget.

Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies. Oversee event promotions, ensuring brand consistency and community involvement. Manage volunteer efforts for social media and content creation. Guide the use of merchandise and branding budgets.

Work with Finance to manage inventory, collections, and consumables. Oversee the refurbishment of telescopes, storage solutions, and building development plans. Maintain relationships with developers, builders, and real estate contacts.

Design and oversee educational and outreach programs. Manage community events and revenue-generating initiatives. Collaborate with Marketing to promote programs effectively and coordinate with Volunteers for event staffing.

Essential Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Why You’ll Love It Here

Be part of a vibrant, volunteer-driven nonprofit focused on curiosity, collaboration, and discovery. As a Board Member, you will :

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

Skills