Applicants must reside in the Greater Philadelphia area. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 21, 2024.
About the Spruce Foundation
The Spruce Foundation empowers emerging leaders in Greater Philadelphia to develop as philanthropists and strengthens the region’s generations to come through fundraising and grant-making for youth-serving nonprofits. We are accepting applications for our Communications, Development, Events, Grants, and Strategic Operations Committees.
Responsibilities
The Spruce Foundation is 100% volunteer-driven and guided by an active, volunteer Board of Directors with zero staff. Serving in a volunteer capacity, board members maintain a fiduciary responsibility for Spruce Foundation, serving as advisors to and implementers of Spruce’s work. As ambassadors, they role model philanthropic leadership, providing both charitable gifts and strengthening connections between Spruce and individuals and audiences who can support its mission. Generally, all board members, regardless of committee, are required to:
For more details on committee-specific responsibilities, please visit the application link.
Core Competencies
The Spruce Foundation Board of Directors recruits its members to reflect a wide range of backgrounds and skills. Competencies or subject matter expertise sought include, but are not limited to:
In raising money for Philadelphia’s nonprofit sector and diverse emerging leaders, Spruce expects that board members uphold its organizational commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging.
Time Commitment
On average, the time commitment is 10-15 hours/month, with some months requiring less or more commitment. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:
If you have any issues or questions about this application, please contact So Jung at so.jung@sprucefoundation.org.
Applicants must reside in the Greater Philadelphia area. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 21, 2024.
About the Spruce Foundation
The Spruce Foundation empowers emerging leaders in Greater Philadelphia to develop as philanthropists and strengthens the region’s generations to come through fundraising and grant-making for youth-serving nonprofits. We are accepting applications for our Communications, Development, Events, Grants, and Strategic Operations Committees.
Responsibilities
The Spruce Foundation is 100% volunteer-driven and guided by an active, volunteer Board of Directors with zero staff. Serving in a volunteer capacity, board members maintain a fiduciary responsibility for Spruce Foundation, serving as advisors to and implementers of Spruce’s work. As ambassadors, they role model philanthropic leadership, providing both charitable gifts and strengthening connections between Spruce and individuals and audiences who can…
Application to apply is available on our Spruce Foundation's website or linked directly here to the Google Form.
Please allocate about 10 minutes to complete this application. A copy of your current resume will be requested. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
If you have any issues or questions about this application, please contact us at so.jung@sprucefoundation.org.
*If you'd like an opportunity to meet the Board and ask questions, register:
Spruce & Serve: Recruitment Event (In-Person)
June 13 | 5-7pm | Yards Brewing
Spruce & Serve: Recruitment Event (Virtual)
June 17 | 6-7pm | Zoom
Application to apply is available on our Spruce Foundation's website or linked directly here to the Google Form.
Please allocate about 10 minutes to complete this application. A…