Position Overview
The Board is responsible to the community-at-large for ensuring that BYC’s mission is carried out legally, ethically, and transparently.
Governance Responsibilities
- Hire executive staff for managing day-to-day operations; regularly evaluate their performance.
- Approve BYC’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of and meeting all legal and fiduciary responsibilities.
- Define the strategic goals for the organization in partnership with executive staff.
- Participate in regular board meetings, assess performance and take corrective actions as needed.
- Represent BYC to stakeholders acting as an ambassador for the organization.
- Ensure BYC’s commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects the communities BYC serves.
Other Responsibilities
- BYC Board Members will consider BYC a philanthropic priority and will make annual gifts, as they are able, that reflect that priority. Gifts can be given in a variety of ways, including onetime or monthly donations and in-kind support. Although Board Members are expected to contribute financially as able, BYC also invites anyone to participate, regardless of financial situation, knowing that support can be given in a variety of ways other than financially.
- Serve on committees or task forces and volunteer for special assignments.
Election and Meetings
- New board members are elected by the board to serve a three-year term. Board meetings are currently scheduled monthly on Zoom.
Qualifications
- Volunteer experience in community organizations (PTA, non-profits, church councils, etc.), or professional experience in business, government, philanthropy, or other applicable fields.
- A passion for music education and improving children’s lives through community.
- The ability to work with a team, make connections and strengthen relationships with BYC families and the community-at-large.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and respect for others.
Directors and Officers shall serve without compensation for their services but may be reimbursed by the Corporation for their reasonable pre-approved expenses and disbursements in that capacity on behalf of the Corporation.
