If you are one or more of the following, we’d like to talk to you:

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• Energetic and entrepreneurial business people who are not already overextended with other commitments are eager to put their enthusiasm for changing the world to work for our children.

• Community leaders and philanthropists are willing to engage their peers to support youth development programs.

• Astute governmental advocates who can assist in navigating the political landscape of policy development, funding, and legislation.

• Leaders at our partner agencies – mentor, parenting, education, criminal justice, child and youth services -- interested in building vital programs with us.

• Health care professionals – pediatricians, public health, health associations – dedicated to helping children.

• Scholars/academics who want to put their expertise in child development, physical and mental health promotion, children, youth, and families to work in the community.

• Parents/grandparents and others who have demonstrated talent, joy, and energy in chairing successful fundraising events and promotions.

If you hold yourself to high expectations, you’ll find board service rewarding. We are looking for folks who will:

• Attend 6 board meetings annually

• Actively serve on one of our committees: Event Planning, Fundraising, Finance and Governance

• Advocate for our needs in the community and among your colleagues and peers

• Be always curious to learn more about the field of youth development and mentorship as well as nonprofit governance

• Make a personal, charitable contribution to LYS to the best of their ability