Board of Directors; Member-At-, Community Engagement

We serve all whom identify as LGBTQIA+ in need of resources needed to obtain sustainability, community, and all things necessary to live their life to meet what fulfills their individual needs.

This is a volunteer, hybrid role for a Community Engagement, Board Member At-Large at Capital Resource Connections, requiring presence in Washington, DC with some flexibility for remote work.

The Member At-Large is a voting member seat on the leadership group of Capital Resource Connections. This role supports fellow board officers and members to maximize collaboration. The three-year term begins on the first of the month following the directors’ meeting after their election and ends at the commencement of the directors’ meeting on the year and month following three years from the election.

The Member At-Large for Community Engagement may be elected to one (1) additional consecutive term in the same position.

To apply for this role, please apply directly to https //

• Attend, prepare for, and actively participate in all quarterly board meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality of board deliberations.
• Complete all assigned tasks specified based on designation.
• Serve on Capital Resource Connections board committees as assigned.
• Serve as an advocate for Capital Resource Connections and event coordination.
• Respect, uphold, and support collective board decisions both inside and outside meetings.
• Be actively engaged in carrying out the impact and mission of Capital Resource Connections with the utmost professionalism.
• Facilitate various special projects as the need arises.
• Provide periodic submissions as a representative of Capital Resource Connections leadership for publications as needed.
• Assist in recruitment of future board members as appropriate.
• Timely communication.
• Facilitate various teams and task forces as assigned by the board chair. Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Maintaining a consistent monthly contact at minimum with the board chair to provide resources, support, and guidance.
  • Providing information, feedback, and encouragement to staff and volunteer teams to facilitate communication and completion of tasks.
  • Ensuring timely and professional completion of reports and tasks.
  • Assisting teams to reflect the mission and goals of Capital Resource Connections in their work.
  • Monitoring team’s work to ensure ethical compliance and adherence to set guidelines, when necessary.
  • Recruiting officers and members as needed.

• Ability to be trustworthy and execute actions in the best interest of the financial stability of Capital Resource Connections;
• Must be fully proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams;
• Participation in quarterly board of directors’ meetings;
• Professional member in good standing;
• Demonstrated involvement in local community outreach and/or advocacy, state and/or national levels;
• Demonstrated commitment to Capital Resource Connections;
• Compliance with the Capital Resource Connections Code of Ethical Standards;
• Involvement in board-related activities;
• Involvement in two multi-day board retreats per year.
• Maintain board director fiduciary responsibilities as it relates to funding and the development of the organization; and
• Enjoy advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community!

Capital Resource Connections is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit organization with a 501(c)(3) designation and 509(a)(2) public charity. We are dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ community residents by providing essential resources and assistance tailored to their unique needs to help them achieve sustainability and safety in ways that are meaningful to them. Our mission focuses on helping create sustainable and safe environments that foster growth, belonging, and well-being for our community members.

For more information about us and our services, visit lgbtqresources.org

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in this role or a similar role in a nonprofit organization.

To apply for this role, please apply directly to https //