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Volunteer Board Member

Melanin Minds

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About Melanin Minds

Melanin Minds is a 501(c)3 mental health non-profit dedicated to providing mental health resources, education, and accessible spaces for personal and professional development within BIPOC communities. Our mission supports holistic healing, mindset shifting, aligning, nutrition, and relationships.

Role Overview - Volunteer Board Member

Melanin Minds is seeking an experienced executive or seasoned professional with a strong commitment to mental health and leadership to join our volunteer Board. As a Board Member, you will help oversee governance, provide expertise, make valuable introductions, and offer strategic advice aligned with our mission.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of leadership experience in a professional field
  • Mental health and wellness advocate, speaker, or thought leader
  • Excellent communicator with a commitment to Board duties
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with dedication to professional excellence
  • Expertise in operations, PR & Marketing, Fundraising & Grant Writing, Government Procurement/Grants, Health/Behavioral Health, Community Partnerships, or Finance
  • Experience in working with, managing, fundraising for, or leading non-profits

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the governance of Melanin Minds in line with its mission and pillars
  • Provide advice, skills, and insights based on your expertise
  • Facilitate introductions and connections on behalf of the organization
  • Attend Melanin Minds events and activities, virtual participation as required
  • Offer leadership and vote on key decisions for organizational growth
  • Commit to a term of two years with possibility for additional terms
  • Annual financial give of $1500 (quarterly payment plans available)
  • Attend quarterly Board meetings (virtual attendance mandatory)

Key skills/competency

  • Leadership
  • Mental Health Advocacy
  • Non-Profit Governance
  • Fundraising
  • Strategic Advising
  • Operations
  • Community Partnerships
  • Communication
  • Marketing
  • Grant Writing

How to Get Hired at Melanin Minds

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Resume: Tailor your experience to non-profit leadership.
  • Research Melanin Minds: Understand their mission and pillars deeply.
  • Highlight Relevant Skills: Emphasize mental health advocacy and board experience.
  • Prepare for Interviews: Practice leadership and strategic discussion points.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review non-profit governance frameworks.
Study board meeting procedures.
Analyze financial oversight basics.
Examine fundraising data trends.

Behavioral Questions

Share past leadership experiences.
Describe conflict resolution on boards.
Explain strategic decision-making process.
Demonstrate time management examples.