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220 Herndon Street,
San Marcos, Texas 78666
CALL US
(512) 392-8300
EMAIL US
info@haysfoodbank.org
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Job Description
Hays County Food Bank (HCFB) Board of Directors (Board) supports the work of HCFB and provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Board members know, oversee and approve all policies of the HCFB, participate in strategic planning and stay familiar with HCFB programs and services.
Board member responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Leadershiop, governance, and oversight
Fundraising/volunteer work
Board members should consider the HCFB a philanthropic priority. So that the HCFB can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, each Board member is expected to make an annual contribution to the HCFB at a personally meaningful level.
Board Members are expected to make a good faith effort to support the fundraising goals of the HCFB, which may include among other things, suggesting potential donors and contacting some, making calls and sending thank you letters, and actively engaging in planning and attending fundraising activities.
In addition, Board Members are asked to do volunteer work at or on behalf of the HCFB, as the need arises and schedule permits.
Board terms/participation
Board Members are elected to serve a three-year term (except when filling an unexpired term) and are eligible to serve for two full terms. Board meetings are called at the discretion of the President and are generally held on the fourth Monday of the month. Board members must meet the Board meeting attendance requirements set forth in the Bylaws, attend an annual workshop and attend committee meetings.
Service on the Board is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.
Hays County Food Bank does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Hays County Food Bank is a proud platinum partner of