Board Service
The YNPN Phoenix Board of Directors, comprised of both Board Members and Board Interns, serves as the leadership team for the organization. As an all-volunteer board, members and interns work together to guide the strategic direction of YNPN Phoenix while also carrying out much of the organization’s day-to-day operations. YNPN Phoenix offers a supportive space for individuals to grow, take on new challenges, and build essential skills in organizational leadership, strategic thinking, and collaborative decision-making.
Board Member Expectations
These expectations are put in place to help hold our Board accountable to one another and allow us to ensure we are providing value to our membership.
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Service Length: Commit to being on the Board for a 2-year term service.of Board
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Meeting Attendance: Board meetings are held on a quarterly basis and can be attended virtually or in person. Active participation in these meetings is the cornerstone
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Committee Service: Board members are asked to actively serve in at least one of our four standing committees. These include Membership, Finance, Communications, and Programs.
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Retreat: Attendance Board members are asked to attend our two retreats that are held bi-annually in the winter and summer
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Event Attendance: Board members are asked to attend at least 75% of our 12 programs (10 events/happy hours + 2 Signature Events)
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$500 Give/Get Membership: referrals, in-kind donations that support budget goals, sponsorships and personal gifts all count towards the goal
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Champion: Represent YNPN Phoenix within the community
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Time Management: Spend the appropriate amount of time outside of meetings working independently and collaboratively to meet agreed upon
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Goal Setting: Develop individual goals while serving on the Board
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Board Internship
The Board Internship is a one-year opportunity designed specifically for undergraduate students who are looking to gain nonprofit leadership experience prior to entering the workforce. Interns serve as full members of the Board with the same rights and responsibilities as other Board members, offering a meaningful opportunity to build leadership capacity in a supportive, real-world setting.
By completing a Board Internship, students demonstrate their commitment to professional development while gaining hands-on experience in:
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Strategic planning
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Organizational leadership
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Committee participation and governance
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Event planning and execution
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Nonprofit finance and budgeting
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Communications and community engagement
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Collaboration and consensus building
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Public speaking and facilitation
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Goal setting and accountability
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Equity-centered leadership
Board Intern Expectations
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Term Length: 1-year commitment
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Meeting Attendance: Attend all quarterly Board meetings (virtual or in-person)
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Committee Service: Actively serve on at least one standing committee
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Event Attendance: Attend at least 75% of YNPN Phoenix events and programs
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Retreat Participation: Attend both summer and winter Board retreats
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Give/Get Contribution: $250 through referrals, in-kind donations, sponsorships, or personal contributions
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Mentorship: Connect with a Board mentor for ongoing guidance and support
This pathway is ideal for students seeking to build a strong foundation in nonprofit leadership, network with professionals across the sector, and showcase their readiness to lead as they prepare to enter the workforce.