Board Trustees Music for Minors - Music Education Matters!

Type of help: Our Mission To nurture in children a lifelong love of music by offering quality music education programs in schools. Key Facts  Founded in 1976 by Grace Johnston, a stalwart advocate who would not accept the loss of music in education for her own children as well as local and future children.   Engaged Board of Trustees (currently 9-12 members).   $2 million operating budget with 10 full and part-time administrative staff and 40-50 educators.   Children served annually - 20,000   Weekly music education programs in ~800 classrooms in ~60 schools, including district-wide partnerships.   Headquarters located in San Carlos. 

Languages spoken: ENGLISH

What else ...: Benefits of Board Service  Utilize your own professional and personal expertise and network to make a real difference in the education of our region’s youth.   Network with like-minded, passionate professionals and community members.   Spread the joy and lifelong impact that music can provide.  We’d Love Candidates who have:  A passion for music, a belief in that the arts are a part of a well-rounded education, and a determination toward equitable access for all communities.   Nonprofit experience or nonprofit financial experience.   Community connections in tech, politics, legal, and philanthropy. 

How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask Music for Minors or Visit us at mfm.org.

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Hours expected: Fri Jan 10, 2025 - Wed Apr 09, 2025 Weekdays - Daytime and Evening Weekend - Daytime and Evening

Availability: Board Service Commitments: The Board of Trustees commits to ensuring the overall health of the organization through collective work to advance our mission. This commitment comprises the dedication of time, talent and treasure.  Attend bi-monthly board meetings (6x/year) in person or virtually; serve on a committee.   Participate in fundraising activities, including stewardship of donors and participation in appeals   Be proactive, goodwill ambassadors in the community.   Help identify and recruit new board members to diversify our team.   Attend MFM program and fundraising events, annual school site visits, and build relationships with key constituent groups.   Ensure adequate resources for the organization to thrive, accomplished by personal giving or securing support from others. We ask that Trustees give or get at a level that is personally significant to them, and that Music for Minors is prioritized in their charitable giving.   Above all, be engaged and ask good questions.

Wish List: What You Can Expect From Us:  Financial and operational transparency.   Robust and candid dialogue.   An open door to discuss programs, goals, activities, and status.   A dedicated board and responsive, engaged staff.   Support for trustee activities. 

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