Opportunities From: Bergen Volunteers

We will reach out with additional information.

The Board of Trustees steadfastly serve as our community leaders.
Together, they lead and oversee many aspects of TNC. 

We are currently looking for people who wish to volunteer as Committee Members and/or Board Trustees with expertise in Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing, Fundraising, Forestry & Wildlife Management, and Nonprofit HR. Your active participation is welcomed!

Schedule: Be prepared to spend approximately 5 hours per month on TNC business. Monthly board meetings and committee meetings (approximately 1-2 hours each), and/or volunteer work.Age: Ages 21+Minimum Requirement: 1 year commitment for Committee Members and 3 year commitment for Board Members

TNC Committee Volunteers and the Board of Trustees Are Expected To:

Board members regularly attend monthly Board meetings. It is understood that occasional conflicts may occur, but trustees should attend the majority of meetings.The agenda, meeting minutes, a monthly profit & loss statement, and the director’s report are emailed to board members prior to each meeting. Together these comprise a routine “consent agenda.”Board members are expected to read these materials prior to the meeting and make note of any corrections or questions so that the “consent agenda” can be dealt with in short order.Serve on at least one committee and/or do some other type of TNC-related volunteer work.Express views on board issues under discussion and/or participate in Committee discussions and action items, and then support the Board’s decisions.Be current members of TNCA and to financially support the work of the TNCA in an amount(s) wholly at your discretion (when we go to foundations or corporations, it’s best if we can tell them that all trustees are donors).Participate in board and/or public events to become familiar with and support TNCA in addition to the monthly Board meetings. These include: our annual dinner, Nature Day, annual boundary walk, and additional TNC events.Recommend, as appropriate, names of prospective financial supporters and/or potential candidates for the board.Promote the Tenafly Nature Center Association. Mention TNC to your friends and neighbors. If you belong to a local service organization, consider speaking about TNCA (or requesting a speaker) at a meeting or help staff a TNCA table or exhibit during local events.

Join the RTNJ Board of Directors. Looking to give back but have limited time? There is actually no better return on your nonprofit time investment than through board service. The impact you can make with just three to five hours of board service a month is dramatically higher than what can be accomplished with two or three hours of direct service because you're focusing on the big picture and making a lasting impact in the community.

Requirements (flexible based on candidate):

Experience volunteering is preferredTime commitment of at least 3 hours per monthAnnual giving levels of $500 or moreBe an ambassador for the RTNJ mission in your daily life

RTNJ Offices located in the rear of Ponds Reformed Church - 341 Ramapo Valley Road, Oakland, NJ.

Current Openings Include

Fund Development Chair

Drive the development of a strategic plan that identifies budget requirements, and then determine appropriate fundraising goalsDevelop fundraising priorities, policies and approachesTarget, rate and approach potential donorsContribute an amount of personal significance (and ensure achievement of 100% board give)Monitor and evaluate fundraising campaigns

Secretary

Approve the Institution's philosophy in meeting its mission and review management's performance in achieving itAnnually assess the homeowner's environment and approve the Institution's strategy in relation to services it providesAnnually review and approve the Institution's plan for funding its strategyReview and approve the Institution's long term financial goalsAnnually review and approve the Institution's budgetApprove major policies and new programs and servicesIdentify new potential Board Members, volunteers, outlets for services and Sponsors

Join us in making a change in the lives of older adults in need.

Every day, our staff is connecting older adults to the health, housing, and financial resources they need to survive and thrive in ways that honor their choices, preferences, and dignity.

 

The Bright Side Family is a nonprofit that provides affordable housing, affordable assisted living, and support services that respond to the changing needs and preferences of low-and-moderate-income older adults

 https://www.thebrightsidefamily.org

 

If you’re looking to do amazing things in support the needs of older adults in your community and you think we’d benefit from your experience and qualifications, we want to hear from you!

 

The Bright Side Family Responsibilities of Board Members:

The Board of Directors serves as the leadership body of the organization and is responsible for determining the organization's mission and purpose, strategic planning, providing fiduciary oversight, monitoring the organizations programs and services, fundraising and development and selecting and evaluating the Executive Director.

Individual Board members are expected to:

Know the organization's mission, policies, programs and needsReview and understand the organization's financial statementsServe as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for The Bright Side Family to advance its missionLeverage connections, networks and resources that will help the organization achieve its mission and that can benefit the organization's fundraising and reputational standingGive a meaningful personal financial donationPrepare for, attend and actively participate in Board meetingsParticipate fully in one or more committeesAdhere to the conflict of interest policy

 

Desired Assets and Skills

We review a candidate’s professional background, overall skills, and contact networks to assess their ability to fulfill two key Board functions of governance and fundraising. Prior board experience is an asset, but we look for relevant experience that demonstrates leadership, integrity, and accountability.

 

Time and Financial Commitments

Our Board Directors serve as volunteers only (i.e., not paid) as in the majority of boards.

 

Next steps:

 

Schedule a tour or call to share more about your interests by reaching out to bwilson@brightsidemanor.org – Please send your related experience in a summary format.