Board of Directors; Volunteer Position

Position: Board of Directors (Volunteer Position)
Position:
Board of Directors
Position & Status:
Volunteer, 10-12 hrs per quarter
Term Limit:
Three Years

ABOUT IMAGINE BLACK

Imagine Black (formerly known as PAALF Action Fund) helps our Black community imagine the alternatives we deserve and build our political participation and leadership to achieve those alternatives. Since our start in 2009, we have envisioned a world where people of African descent enjoy the rights, resources, and recognition to be a thriving, resilient, and connected community.

At Imagine Black, we have strengthened our commitment to a Black Queer Feminist (BQF) theory and practice. BQF provides a more holistic understanding of our conditions and connectedness as Black people. As a result, we understand that liberation for all Black people can only be realized by lifting up the voices and experiences and prioritizing the issues of historically silenced and vulnerable groups within Black communities - specifically, queer, trans and gender non-conforming (GNC), femme, poor, disabled, working and undocumented people (adapted from BYP
100).

Imagine Black is a 501(c)(4) multi-issue grassroots organization in partnership with our sibling 501(c)(3) organization, Imagine Black Futures. We are a staff of six with an operating budget of around $3.5M.

More information about Imagine Black can be found .

POSITION SUMMARY

The Board of Directors serves as the backbone of our organization, providing guidance, governance, and strategic direction. Serving on the Board requires a deep understanding of our mission and a commitment to promoting progressive principles, inclusivity, diversity, and social justice.

As a Board Member, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organizations and the communities we serve. You will participate in crucial decision-making processes, ensuring our actions align with our mission and values. You will also contribute to building financial sustainability by participating in fundraising efforts and identify potential donors, grants, partnerships, and recruit for Imagine Black events and operations.

EXPECTATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS

Each individual board member is expected to;

• know the organization's mission, policies, programs, and needs;
• faithfully read and understand the organization's financial statements
• serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for Imagine Black/Imagine Black Futures to advance its mission;
• leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve Imagine Black/Imagine Black Futures's mission;
• give a meaningful personal financial donation to both Imagine Black and Imagine Black Futures;
• help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization's fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy;
• follow the organization's bylaws, policies, and board resolutions;
• sign an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure and update it during the year if necessary, as well as disclose potential conflicts before meetings and actual conflicts during meetings;
• sign an annual confidentiality agreement and maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of Imagine Black/Imagine Black Futures;
• prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meeting; and
• participate fully in one or more committees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Determine mission and purpose. It is the board's responsibility to create and review a statement of mission and purpose that articulates the organization's goals, means, and primary constituents served.

Select the chief executive. Boards must reach a consensus on the chief executive's responsibilities and undertake a careful search to find the most qualified individual for the position.

Support and evaluate the chief executive. The board also should ensure that the chief executive has the moral and professional support needed to be successful in the position.

Ensure effective planning. Boards must actively participate in an overall planning process and assist in implementing and monitoring the goals, including strategic, programmatic, financial, and…