Needs From: Community Builders of Monterey County

ITNMontereyCounty is a provides 24/7, door-through-door transportation for seniors and visually impaired adults, supported by volunteer and part-time drivers. The organization is seeking board members to help guide strategy, ensure financial health, support fundraising, and act as ambassadors.

Ideal candidates bring skills in areas like finance, fundraising, community events, or strategic planning, or have connections to service areas and represented communities. Board service involves a small monthly time commitment, a meaningful annual contribution, and offers opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and deeper community connection.

Please contact:

Aimee Cuda Board Chair Email: aimeecuda@gmail.com Phone: 831-235-1644

Jessica McKillip Executive Director Email: jessica.mckillip@itnmontereycounty.org Phone: 831-402-4705

ITNMontereyCounty is the only 24/7/365 transportation service that provides indvidiualized trips for seniors and vissually impaired adults. We have been in operation since 2012, and need to have new ideas and community contacts help our organization grow. Please contact our Executive Director, Jessica McKillip for more info.

Loaves, Fishes, and Computers is currently looking for dedicated individuals to help us create lasting change for local low-income individuals, families, and volunteers in our community.
By joining our Board of Directors, you will play a vital leadership role helping to shape LFC’s vision, mission, and direction for years to come. With a small group of other devoted volunteers, you will participate in developing and implementing organizational policies, fundraising and donor development, financial oversight, and community engagement. During your first 2 years on our board, you will also have the chance to take the lead in one or more nonprofit committees with goals related to program development and delivery, outreach and organizational development, or financial oversight.
We currently have roles on LFC’s Board of Directors that are ideal for both newcomers and those with significant board experience. If you are interested, or know someone who would be interested, please email Steve@LoavesFishesComputers.org to start your board application today!

We are seeking board members who:
• Are passionate about our community, our work, and providing access to those who need it!
• Have the will and the time to devote to building and enriching the organization.
• Understand the role of a board member and participating on a board team – We can help with newcomers!
• Are willing to contribute their specific skills and expertise towards LFC’s success.

Some LFC Board of Directors key commitments and duties include:
• Providing pre-meeting review of LFC Board of Director meeting agendas and participating in monthly LFC BoD meetings — these are usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at LFC Headquarters at 938 South Main St., Salinas.
• Participating in additional Board or Committee meetings as needed.
• Helping to establish policies and monitor legal compliance.
• Helping to raise funds for operations and additional staff.
• Building strong relationships with individuals, businesses, and other nonprofits in the community.
• Board Membership is a Two-Year initial term of commitment.

We are looking to develop capacity in all board skill areas and demographics, including:
• Social entrepreneurship, particularly engaging with our local communities.
• Finance and accounting, especially experience related to non-profit accounting.
• IT expertise, particularly with a background in education, human services or business.
• Experience in fundraising, marketing, and outreach, including community organizing.
• People of ALL backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

The Read to Me Project is seeking an individual who is passionate about the importance of early literacy with expertise in fundraising and marketing to join its Board of Directors. A volunteer position. Remote participation optional.

In addition to general expectations and responsibilities as a member of the board, this person will support and collaborate with the Director of Development and Marketing to meet the organization’s Strategic Plan goal to Increase Financial Resources. The strategy for achieving this goal includes someone with “door-opening” relationships that afford opportunities to introduce Read to Me Project to community leaders in business and local government, and with others s/he identifies as prospective funders. The board member will have enthusiasm for developing funding opportunities, for making funding requests, championing Read to Me Project’s message and value, garnering invitations to introductory meetings, and making presentations.

For details about the Read to Me Project’s early literacy programs, its mission and impacts, please go to www.readtomeproject.org. To respond with interest please email recruitment@readtomeproject.org

Determine mission and purpose

Ensure programs and services are consistent with the mission

Select, support and evaluate the Executive Director

Ensure effective strategic program and financial planning

Be informed about the programs, services and operations

Ensure alignment of financial needs and resources

Be prepared for and take an active role in board and committee meetings

Protect assets and exercise financial oversight

We are always ready to welcome new board members! No past experience needed, just a passion for education.