Board of Directors

Board of Directors — Position Description

Focused on Fundraising, Strategic Marketing, and Organizational Sustainability

• Governance & Strategic Leadership
• Uphold and advance Outcome School’s mission, vision, and values
• Provide strategic oversight for growth, program quality, and long-term sustainability
• Ensure strong governance, financial stewardship, and policy adherence
• Serve on committees and task forces as needed (Fundraising, Partnerships, Programs, Finance/Operations)
• Fundraising & Resource Development
• Actively participate in donor cultivation and fundraising efforts
• Open doors to networks, corporate partners, foundations, and individual donors
• Support major gift conversations, sponsorship outreach, and stewardship
• Participate in campaigns, donor events, and community fundraising initiatives
• Make a personally meaningful annual philanthropic contribution
• Sustain a culture of 100% board giving participation
• Strategic Marketing & Community Visibility
• Serve as an ambassador for Outcome School in your community and industry
• Elevate Outcome School’s visibility through professional and social networks
• Advocate for the school’s impact with civic, corporate, and philanthropic leaders
• Help position Outcome School as a leader in equitable tech training and workforce access
• Engagement & Participation
• Attend monthly board meetings (virtual)
• Participate in committee meetings on alternating months
• Attend key Outcome School events (virtual info sessions, student showcases, product demos)
• Review board materials and engage actively in discussion and decision-making

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Strategic Leadership

• Uphold and advance Outcome School’s mission, vision, and values
• Provide strategic oversight for growth, program quality, and long-term sustainability
• Ensure strong governance, financial stewardship, and policy adherence
• Serve on committees and task forces as needed (Fundraising, Partnerships, Programs, Finance/Operations)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Have experience in philanthropy, fundraising, marketing, business leadership, workforce development, or nonprofit governance
• Understand how relationships, storytelling, and measurable outcomes drive philanthropic investment
• Be passionate about equitable access to tech education, career mobility, and community empowerment
• Possess strong networks and be willing to leverage them to support the mission
• Bring strategic thinking, integrity, accountability, and a collaborative spirit
• Be excited to help an organization grow in visibility, sustainability, and impact

Preferred Experience

• Executive or senior leadership in business, nonprofit, education, technology, workforce development, or philanthropy
• Experience with fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, sponsorships, or grant development
• Knowledge of governance best practices, budgeting, and financial oversight
• Background in DEI, community leadership, reentry support, youth development, or social impact initiatives

Board Terms & Participation

• Three-year term, eligible for one renewal term
• Volunteer position (no compensation)
• Bi-monthly board meetings; committee meetings on alternate months
• Participation in key Outcome School events encouraged
• Personal philanthropic commitment and active fundraising participation expected

Why We Are Recruiting New Board Members Now

• To expand philanthropic investment to keep programs free
• To increase visibility and awareness in Los Angeles and nationwide
• To activate new networks of supporters and employer partners
• To strengthen long-term financial sustainability
• To build strong governance and strategic leadership for scale

Why This Role Matters

• To build a strong network of champions who ensure the organization has the resources, visibility, and leadership to thrive for years to come
• To make possible the ability of Outcome School to serve more learners