Unpaid-Volunteer Position-Board Member

Missing Pieces Support Group is a nonprofit organization organized by a group of women who have experienced pregnancy losses ranging from first-term miscarriages to stillborns. We are dedicated to uplifting underserved communities through advocacy, education, and resource connection. We understand the emotional and physical toll that pregnancy loss carries and are committed to supporting families through awareness, community, and accessible resources.

Our mission includes:

• Providing informational and educational resources
• Building a mindful, supportive community
• Offering a platform for families to share their stories

Board Member of Missing Pieces Support Group serves as a strategic leader, ambassador, and steward of the organization’s mission. This is an active, working board role focused on governance, fundraising, recruitment, advocacy, and long-term sustainability.

Board Members are expected to contribute time, talent, and resources while helping guide MPSG’s growth and community impact.

MPSG Board Members operate within the framework of Lead. Fund. Recruit. Advocate.

• Actively participate in board and committee meetings
• Keep MPSG’s mission, values, and communities served central to all decision-making
• Serve as mentors and champions to committees, volunteers, and program leaders
• Support the success of signature programs, initiatives, and events
• Demonstrate initiative by “owning a piece” of the work aligned with skills and interests

• Fulfill a $1,000 annual give/get commitment
  , which may include:
• Personal financial contributions
• Corporate sponsor ships
• Program-related in-kind donations
• Pro-bono professional services (valued at fair market rate)
• Event or operational support that offsets organizational costs
• Make a personal financial gift annually by participating in MPSG’s recurring giving program, with a minimum commitment of $240 per year
• Participate in fundraising campaigns and signature events
• Engage personal and professional networks to support sponsor ships, partnerships, and donor engagement
• Support donor cultivation and stewardship efforts in collaboration with the Development Committee
• Participate in 100% Board Member Giving
• Identify and engage high-impact volunteers and potential board members
• Promote MPSG’s mission within professional, civic, and personal networks
• Encourage participation in committees, events, and community programs
• Help strengthen MPSG’s leadership pipeline and volunteer base

• Represent MPSG at community events, partner engagements, and public-facing initiatives
• Share MPSG’s mission with donors, volunteers, community partners, and stakeholders
• Assist in building strategic partnerships that expand program reach and sustainability
• Serve as a positive and professional ambassador for the organization

• Serve a 2-year renewable term, reviewed annually
• Attend one board meeting per month (approximately one hour), typically held on the third Sunday of the month
• Attend committee meetings as applicable
• Lead or actively support at least one committee or program initiative
• Commit to participation in at least one signature MPSG event annually
• Focus primarily on strategy, mentorship, and advocacy, while supporting operational needs as volunteer systems continue to evolve
• Maintain open, timely communication with board members and leadership, primarily via Whats App and designated platforms

• All new board members will participate in a 30-day mutual assessment period to ensure alignment and fit for both the individual and the organization
• Board onboarding includes orientation covering:
• MPSG’s mission, programs, governance, and fundraising expectations
• Committee structure, volunteer leadership model, and organizational goals
• Ongoing mentorship from Committee Chairs and members of the Executive Leadership Team

Assessment Period

All new Board Members are asked to participate in a 30-day mutual assessment period to ensure alignment and fit for both the individual and the organization. During this time, expectations, engagement, and role alignment will be reviewed collaboratively.

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