Board Member

Organizational Overview

The School Mindfulness Project's (SMP) mission is to provide students and teachers in Philadelphia's underserved school communities with greater physical and emotional well-being, paving the way for compassionate classrooms and creating space for academic success. Through the SMPeaceful program, all students participate in baseline mindfulness education, and all staff are provided with introductory mindfulness training and classroom integration support to provide a lasting impact.

Position Description

SMP aims to enhance institutional culture and improve academic outcomes for K-12 students within the Philadelphia School District through the introduction of mindfulness and yoga practices at the school-wide level.

Type of help: Board Meetings: Board meetings are held virtually on a bimonthly basis on the 4th Thursday of the month from 12:00 P.M. until 1:30 P.M. Board Meeting dates will be shared with Board Members at the beginning of the fiscal year to ensure adequate time to plan ahead. New Board Members who join after the start of the fiscal year will also receive the dates for all Board Meetings through the end of the fiscal year. All Members are expected to attend every meeting, and if a Member has to miss a meeting, they are expected to provide advance notice to the Board Chair or Executive Director. Committee Participation: Board Members are expected to serve as a Chairperson for at least one committee during their tenure. Committee meetings are held virtually on a bimonthly basis, and Board Members are expected to attend each of the six meetings during the fiscal year. If a Chairperson is unable to attend a committee meeting, then he/she should notify the Board Chair or Executive Director. Committee Chairs are also expected to report out on the goals, activities, and progress of the committee with respect to organization’s strategic plan during the bimonthly board meetings.
Languages spoken: ENGLISH
What else ...: SMP’s committees include the following: Executive Governance/Strategic Planning Finance Fundraising/Development/Marketing Human Resources Program
How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask School Mindfulness Project's Inc. (SMP) or How to Apply To learn more and/or be considered for this position, please e-mail Development Director info@schoolmindfulness.org
Accommodation suggestions: N/A
Hours expected: 5-10 hours per month
Availability: SKILLS: Marketing Strategy & Planning Business Planning Child Development Physical Education Fundraising Grant Writing / Research
Wish List: Desired Skill Sets: Familiarity with nonprofit regulations, governance, operations, and fiscal management Basic understanding of mindfulness, meditation, and yoga practices Interest in supporting youth development, wellness, and academic success Willingness to network, raise awareness, and fundraise on behalf of SMP
How would you like to volunteer?:
Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)
In Person (you'll go to a physical location)
Cause Category:
Arts & Culture
Emergency & Saftey
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Seniors
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Families
Women
Hunger
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Politics
Community
International
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Homeless & Housing
LGBTQ+
Veterans & Military Family
Race & Ethnicity
Environment
People with Disabilities
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Length of Time :
Short-Term ( one time or less than a month)
Long Term ( 30 days or more)
Region:
USA
Canada
Caribbean
Central America
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India
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