Apply to Join the Board
We are a dedicated team united in our passion for bringing about meaningful, enduring change for our trans community, one individual at a time.
Each board member is expected to...
- Read and understand our Mission & Bylaws, follow Point of Pride’s policies, and stay up-to-date on our mission, services, and programs.
- Attend four mandatory monthly board meetings (January, April, July, and October.) These meetings are typically held on Tuesdays at 6:30pm ET to accommodate members in every time zone.
- Attend at least three other scheduled monthly board meetings to discuss programs, policies, and operations at a deeper level.
- Help the board fulfill its fiduciary and governance duties by ensuring the organization is managed responsibly.
- Stay in regular contact with staff and board members by reading and sharing updates throughout the month via Basecamp, our project management and communication platform.
- Inform others about and promote Point of Pride, particularly in LGBTQ or intersectional spaces.
Board members with the bandwidth and desire to get more involved are encouraged to also...
- Attend other scheduled monthly board meetings to discuss programs, policies, and operations at a deeper level.
- Contribute to Point of Pride’s fundraising, thought leadership, and programmatic efforts by providing support or expertise to other team members.
- Attend trainings and events, review online resources on non-profit board member duties and responsibilities, and share your insights with the board.
- Suggest potential nominees to the board who can make significant contributions to the organization.
- Help with our grantmaking process by reviewing applications for our financial aid programs or assisting in selecting recipients.
As we continue to cultivate a board of directors that truly reflects the diverse communities we serve, we are currently invite-only. This approach ensures that we can thoughtfully and strategically invite individuals who are members of under-represented minority communities, including trans femme individuals, people of color, and those living with disabilities.