Board Member
Center for Independent Living Options

2031 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
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Board Member

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PositionAs a volunteer member of the Board of Directors, you are responsible for the effective and efficient operations of CILO.  All members are expected to be active working members of the Board and attend bi-monthly board meetings. Both email and phone will be used for regular communication between Board members, as well as with the Executive Director.As a CILO Board Member, you will:-be familiar with the Independent Living Philosophy-know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs-read and understand the organization’s financial statements-serve as an active advocate and ambassador for the organization and fully engage in identifying resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission-help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policyBoard Members will read/sign a Confidentiality Policy and the Conflict of Interest Policy.
Desired skills
*required
Board*, Finance*, Fundraising*, Grants, Social Media, Accounting*, Branding*, Diversity/Inclusion*, Legal*, Management*, Public Relations*
When6 times per year
WhereCurrently a hybrid of virtual and in person meetings
Commitment1 to 3 hours/month
DonationWe strive for 100% board giving, but have no strict guidelines around financial contributions.
Requirements
Additional InfoAdditional information about CILO can be found at www.cilo.net.
Our missionA Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a community-based, cross-disability, non-profit organization that is designed and operated by people with disabilities. CILs are unique in that they operate according to a strict philosophy of consumer control, wherein people with all types of disabilities directly govern and staff the organization.
Causes
Health, Life Skills, Social Justice & Equality