Board Member at - Community Outreach

Tonja's Place is a Texas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to eliminating transportation barriers and empowering single parents and families to achieve economic stability. Through structured mobility support, we provide access to vehicles, short-term auto insurance assistance, insurance literacy education, and workforce readiness programs. Our approach incorporates accountability, case management, and education, ensuring participants are equipped to maintain long‑term transportation solutions. By collaborating with community organizations and workforce programs, we create sustainable support systems that foster the success and independence of families we serve.

At Tonja’s Place, we believe that mobility is a critical pathway to greater stability and opportunity.

This is a governance‑level volunteer board position based in the Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex. The Board member at Large - Community Outreach supports strategic growth through partnership development, ecosystem positioning, and community representation.

This role does not involve operational staff duties. Board members provide oversight, strategic insight, and network leverage rather than day‑to‑day program management.

• Expanding relationships with workforce, education, and community organizations
• Identifying workshop placement and fee‑for‑service opportunities
• Strengthening Tonja's Place visibility within DFW
• Participating in quarterly board meetings
• Supporting sustainable growth initiatives aligned with fiduciary governance standards

Tonja's Place maintains a Give or Get board commitment through financial contribution, in‑kind support, or resource development.

Tonja's Place is intentionally building a high‑functioning, accountable board committed to sustainable growth and long‑term mission impact.

• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with community outreach, networking, and building partnerships
• Background in nonprofit operations, organizational strategy, or program development
• Knowledge of fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and resource development
• Commitment to the mission of improving economic stability and reducing transportation barriers
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and community stakeholders
• Experience in volunteer coordination or board participation is a plus
• Familiarity with the Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex area and its resources is strongly preferred