Empowering Strides is seeking a volunteer to join our Board of Directors as Secretary. Empowering Strides’ mission is to empower children with emotional, behavioral and/or cognitive challenges through therapeutic horsemanship to improve social/emotional interaction and helping to build a deeper sense of self awareness. While riding and learning to care for the program horses, we instill confidence, responsibility, and self-worth in our students. We create a positive and impactful setting using animals that enriches each rider’s life.
Board of Directors Responsibilities
Legal and Fiduciary Responsibility: Ensure the organization adheres to legal and ethical standards. Act in the best interest of the organization.
Strategic Oversight: Approve the organization’s strategic plan, monitor progress, and ensure its implementation.
Fundraising and Resource Development: Support and actively participate in fundraising efforts. Cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and partners.
Advocacy: Promote the organization's mission and goals in the community and to relevant stakeholders.
Evaluation: Regularly evaluate the organization's performance, programs, and financial health.
Secretary Responsibilities
Ensure the accurate documentation of all board meetings through minutes and records.
Maintain important documents and correspondence for legal and regulatory purposes.
Ensure proper board meeting notices are given in compliance with bylaws.
Coordinate with the President to set the agenda for meetings.
Requirements:
Excellent oral and written communication.
Knowledge of Google Drive to store meeting minutes and documents.
Attend board meetings in Snohomish, WA.
Experience with horses is preferred.
Experience with nonprofits is preferred
