Volunteer: Board of Directors (Vice Chair) - Creative Writing Nonprofit Job at Volunteermatch, San Jose, CA

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  • Volunteermatch
  • San Jose, CA

Job Description

Board of Directors (Vice Chair) - Creative Writing Nonprofit Society of Young Inklings equips the next generation of storytellers with the community and creative tools they need to thrive. As part of the Board of Directors, you'll support our mission to guide youth writers as they discover, cultivate, and share their one-of-a-kind voices. Through your engagement on the board, you’ll support the organization’s health, sustainability, and ability to serve a growing community. You will use your expertise to provide guidance and support strategic decision-making, and develop relationships to enhance fundraising and strategic partnerships. General Board Member Responsibilities: Be familiar with SYI’s mission, purpose, programs and goals. Description Society of Young Inklings is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth writers, ages 8-18. "When I was young and filling notebooks with stories, I wanted someone to take my dreams seriously," says Naomi Kinsman, Founder and Executive Director. "Now, I have the privilege of granting wishes like my own by pairing youth writers with professionals who provide artistic mentorship and with our publishing team who deliver real-world publishing opportunities." We launched our programs in 2008 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through our work (and play!) with thousands of students and educators, we developed and refined Writerly Play , our game-based approach to the creative process. Our community has stretched world-wide, and we now offer online mentorships, writers’ circles, and courses, so no matter where you live, we’re in your neighborhood. CAUSE AREAS Arts & Culture WHEN We'll work with your schedule. Weekdays - Evening WHERE This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address. DATE POSTED April 8, 2025 SKILLS Strategic Planning Business Development Professional Development Community Outreach Resource Development / Management REQUIREMENTS Must be at least 21 Orientation or Training 2 year term Board of Directors and fundraising experience. We're also looking for a leader who has an understanding of, and a network within, the literary, educational, creative development, and/or youth-facing nonprofit landscape. #J-18808-Ljbffr Volunteermatch

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