Mission Alignment: Board members must align with and actively promote the mission, vision, and values of Badge Of Pride.
 

Governance: Board members are responsible for ensuring the organization's compliance with all legal and ethical standards and fulfilling the duty of care and loyalty.
 

Philanthropic Leadership: Active involvement in fundraising efforts, which may include personally soliciting donations, supporting grant applications, and leveraging personal and professional networks for fundraising opportunities.
 

Annual Giving Requirement: Each board member is expected to contribute a minimum of $500 annually through fundraising, personal giving, or in-kind donations. This financial support is essential to sustaining our programs for the LGBTQ+ community. (For community members facing financial hardships, a sliding scale will be implemented on a case-by-case basis with the Chair of the Board.)
 

Advocacy: Advocate for the organization's goals, services, and issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community through public engagement, social media, and interaction with policymakers and community members.
 

Strategic Planning: Participate in the evaluation and evolution of the organization's strategic plan, goals, and objectives.
 

Financial Stewardship: Monitor the organization's financial health, approve budgets, and ensure proper financial management.
 

Committee Participation: Serve on and actively contribute to one or more board committees.
 

Board Meetings: Attend and actively engage in board meetings, committee meetings, and special meetings as necessary. Board meetings are scheduled well in advance. Additionally, board members are expected to work independently outside of those meetings if any advance preparation work is required.
 

Resource Mobilization: Leverage personal and professional networks to secure resources, partnerships, and in-kind donations for the organization.
 

Nonprofit Expertise: Contribute skills, experience, and knowledge relevant to nonprofit governance, fundraising, legal matters, or programmatic needs.
 

Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Advocate for and support initiatives that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
 

Represent the organization: Act as an ambassador for Badge Of Pride within the community, fostering positive relationships and partnerships.
 

Evaluation and Accountability: Participate in the annual evaluation of the organization's performance and the board's effectiveness.
 

Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the organization's sensitive information, discussions, and matters.
 

Ongoing Learning: Commit to continuous learning, cultural competency education, and professional development. Staying informed about LGBTQ+ issues, nonprofit governance, best practices, and relevant community needs—being a true ally is as much about unlearning as it is about learning.
 

Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest promptly and recuse oneself from related decisions as necessary.
 

Volunteerism: Actively engage in volunteer opportunities or initiatives that further the organization's mission and goals.
 

Support the Executive Director: Collaborate with and support the Executive Director in their role as the organization's leader.
 

Comply with Bylaws: Uphold the organization's bylaws and policies. Familiarize yourself with and be knowledgeable about the legal requirements and regulations affecting nonprofit organizations.
 

Yearly Self-Assessment: Conduct an annual self-assessment of individual board service, with the Board Chair, seeking opportunities for improvement.
 

Strategic Networking: Utilize personal and professional networks to expand Badge Of Pride's reach and influence.