Board Member (Volunteer)

Description

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City-based nonprofit organization serving children and youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, educational enrichment, workforce development, creative opportunity, advocacy, housing innovation, and community-centered support.

Founded on the belief that every child deserves consistency, opportunity, and a caring community, MAP works to ensure that children facing housing instability have access to the relationships, resources, and experiences they need to thrive.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, youth development, housing stability, nonprofit leadership, community impact, and social innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Fiduciary Oversight
• Uphold the mission, values, and best interests of Mentor A Promise
• Fulfill fiduciary responsibilities related to care, loyalty, and obedience
• Support sound governance practices and organizational accountability
• Review and approve major organizational policies and strategic initiatives
• Participate in board votes and governance decisions
• Strategic Leadership
• Provide strategic guidance to support organizational growth and impact
• Help shape MAP's long-term vision and priorities
• Contribute expertise and insights that strengthen decision-making
• Support innovation and mission advancement
• Participate in strategic planning discussions
• Financial Stewardship
• Review organizational financial performance and sustainability plans
• Support responsible financial oversight
• Monitor organizational risks and opportunities
• Help strengthen MAP's long-term sustainability
• Advocate for responsible resource management
• Fundraising & Resource Development
• Serve as an ambassador for the organization
• Support fundraising, partnership development, and community engagement efforts
• Help identify prospective donors, sponsors, and partners
• Open doors to opportunities that support MAP's mission
• Participate in fundraising initiatives as appropriate
• Community Engagement & Advocacy
• Represent MAP positively within professional and community networks
• Promote awareness of issues affecting children and families experiencing housing instability
• Support advocacy and community engagement initiatives
• Strengthen organizational visibility and credibility
• Help build strategic relationships
• Board Participation
• Attend board meetings and committee meetings regularly
• Review board materials and participate actively in discussions
• Serve on at least one board committee when appropriate
• Contribute expertise, perspectives, and leadership
• Support effective board governance and collaboration

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in professional, community, academic, nonprofit, public-sector, or corporate environments
• Commitment to MAP's mission and values
• Strategic thinking and sound judgment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with fellow board members and leadership
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to ethical leadership and governance excellence

Benefits

Opportunity to help guide a growing nonprofit organization

Meaningful leadership experience in nonprofit governance

Collaboration with fellow board members and executive leadership

Professional networking opportunities

Direct impact on the lives of children and families experiencing housing instability

The opportunity to help build a stronger future for New York City's youth

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief statement of interest outlining their background, areas of expertise, and interest in serving on the Board of Directors.

Please highlight leadership experience, community involvement, governance experience, professional expertise, and any connections to MAP's mission.