Role as a Board Member

1. Be committed to the mission, goals and policies of the organization.

2. Perform the functions and work of the board to the best of one’s ability.

3. Contribute financially to the organization to the best of one’s ability and seek financial support from others outside of the organization.

4. Recommend others who could serve on the board or be of value to the organization in other capacities.

5. Avoid any conflicts of interest and situations that would compromise the principles of the organization or lead to the perception of compromise.

6. Be knowledgeable about the organization, the services it provides and the community in which it operates.

7. Ensure the long-term organizational stability and strength of the organization, bring into the organization individuals with the necessary abilities to lead and manage the organization in the future.

8. Maintain the integrity, independence and ideals of the organization; do not allow individuals or organizations to compromise these principles.

9. Be committed to the knowledge, work, and purpose of committees and to serve on committees.