ART STARTS SEEKS BOARD MEMBERS

Position Title: Board Member
Position Type: Volunteer 3-5 hours/month
Position Start Date: April 2012

ART STARTS is a charitable, not for profit organization that uses the arts as a vehicle to encourage social change in Toronto’s underserved neighbourhoods. We bring professional artists and communities together to work in and across all artistic disciplines. Our programs aim to address specific community needs in a responsive and collaborative manner. We have 5 sites in underserved neighborhoods across the G.T.A. and are considered a leader in the field of community arts. In 2012 we celebrated our 20th anniversary.

Art Starts is currently recruiting committed and dynamic individuals to join the Board of Directors. Board members provide strategic leadership and direction to confirm Art Starts’ mission. They approve the strategic plan, oversee and evaluate the plan’s success, assure financial health, provide fundraising leadership and enhance the organization’s public image. Members will serve as ambassadors for Art Starts, creating opportunities and nurturing relations in support of its strategic objectives.

Art Starts is looking for the following expertise amongst

new board members:

• Fundraising/Donor Relations
• Social Enterprise/Business Development
• Human Resources
• Marketing/PR

In general, the following experience, knowledge, and competencies would be beneficial to a potential candidate:

• Prior experience on a non-profit Board or other related governance experience
• Readiness to support fundraising for Art Starts through ideas, contacts and experience
• Experience in reviewing financial statements and budget forecasts
• A passion for social justice and a very high standard of personal ethics.
• Strong communication and networking skills and success in working within a diverse team
• Effective e-communication and readiness to read and digest a substantial volume of documentation

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Attend monthly board meetings
• Sit on one of 6 board/staff committees: HR, Finance, Fundraising, Governance, Marketing & Communication, Social Enterprise (quarterly/ as-needed meetings)
• Contribute $500/year in either professional service, donations, fundraiser ticket sales or auction items
• Stay informed about the organization and attend at least one program event annually
• Assist the board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities such as reviewing the organization’s annual financial statements
• Contribute towards the creation of a collegial working relationship amongst board members

Interested candidates should apply with a resume and cover letter expressing interest to
Liz Forsberg, Managing Director – liz@artstarts.net

Friday March 15^th

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SUNDAY MARCH 17TH