Board of Directors

Youth RISE Foundation is seeking dedicated, mission-driven professionals to serve as members of its Board of Directors. This is an opportunity to help shape the organization's governance, strategic direction, financial sustainability, and long-term impact as it expands its commitment to empowering young people ages 15–25. Founding board members will help establish strong governance practices, provide independent oversight, support organizational accountability, and guide the foundation's growth. We welcome experienced professionals, community leaders, nonprofit advocates, and emerging leaders who bring diverse perspectives, professional expertise, and a genuine commitment to youth empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Oversight: Uphold the organization's mission, bylaws, policies, and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to long-term organizational goals, growth strategies, and sustainability.
• Financial Stewardship: Review budgets, financial reports, internal controls, and organizational risks.
• Executive Accountability: Participate in CEO oversight, performance evaluations, and leadership succession planning.
• Fundraising & Partnerships: Support donor engagement, grant opportunities, strategic partnerships, and resource development.
• Program Impact: Evaluate organizational outcomes and promote responsible, mission-aligned programming.
• Board Participation: Attend scheduled meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to board decisions.
• Ethics & Compliance: Disclose conflicts of interest, maintain confidentiality, and uphold high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit governance, executive leadership, finance, law, human resources, education, healthcare, technology, fundraising, public affairs, or community development.
• Strong professional judgment, communication, and collaborative decision-making skills.
• Commitment to youth development, educational access, mentorship, and community empowerment.
• Ability to contribute approximately 3–10 hours monthly.
• Willingness to uphold fiduciary duties and act in the best interests of the foundation.

Prior board experience is welcome but not required for every position. Candidates with relevant expertise, integrity, and a strong commitment to the mission are encouraged to apply.

Available Board Positions

• Vice Chairperson
• Board Secretary
• Board Treasurer
• Director of Governance & Legal Affairs
• Director of Finance & Investment
• Director of Development & Philanthropy
• Director of Youth & Community Impact
• Director of Education & Workforce Development
• Director of Risk, Compliance & Audit

Compensation & Benefits

These are volunteer governance positions and are currently unpaid. Board members will have the opportunity to contribute to the foundation's strategic development, strengthen its governance framework, expand professional relationships, and help advance meaningful opportunities for young people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Youth RISE Foundation welcomes qualified candidates from diverse professional and personal backgrounds. Selection will be based on relevant experience, integrity, demonstrated commitment to the mission, and the organization's governance needs.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a résumé or professional biography and a brief statement describing their interest in serving on the founding board, relevant qualifications, and the contributions they hope to make.

Help build the governance, accountability, and vision that will shape the future of Youth RISE Foundation.