Opportunities From: Spark

The Historic Elitch Theatre is looking for dedicated individuals to join its Board of Directors. As a board member, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the preservation of a beloved cultural landmark and play a crucial role in its future growth. Your expertise, vision, and passion for the arts will help guide the Theatre through exciting new initiatives, ensuring it remains a vibrant part of the community for years to come.

Board members are expected to actively participate in fundraising, community engagement, and strategic planning efforts. Your role will involve providing governance, advising on the Theatre’s programming, and working with staff to ensure the Theatre thrives. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with experience in nonprofit organizations, finance, marketing, and the arts, but all passionate community members are encouraged to apply.

Serving on the Board of Directors of the Historic Elitch Theatre is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on Denver’s cultural landscape. This volunteer position offers the chance to work alongside a dynamic team of professionals and advocates committed to the Theatre’s mission. If you have a love for history, the arts, and local culture, we invite you to apply and be part of something truly special.

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Position Overview:
Board Members of the Colorado Wildlife Federation (CWF) play an essential role in guiding the organization’s mission to conserve Colorado’s fish, wildlife, and natural habitats. As a member of the Board, you will collaborate with fellow Board members and staff to provide strategic direction, ensure financial oversight, and advocate for policies and programs that protect Colorado’s natural resources.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about conservation and eager to contribute their skills, expertise, and perspectives to support CWF’s goals and initiatives.

For questions about the Board or the application process, please contact us at cowildlifefederation@gmail.com. Together, we can ensure a thriving future for Colorado’s natural heritage.

Office: Board Member
Term: 1-2 years
Reports to: Board President
Time Required: Quarterly meetings on average are 1.5 hours, either in person or virtually
Board Member Responsibilities
As a member of the Lincoln Hills Cares (LHC) Board of Directors, you assume responsibility for
ensuring that Lincoln Hills Cares develops the next generation of young leaders through outdoor and
environmental education, cultural history exploration, and workforce advancement. Our programs
empower communities by providing equitable access to and opportunities for outdoor and
environmental learning and action.
Service
● Prepare for and attend board meetings as scheduled (4 per year).
● Attend standing committee meetings of which you are a member and participate on ad hoc
committees if appointed (number of meetings varies).
● Attend the annual board strategic planning retreat. Serve on a standing or ad hoc committee.
● Attend and participate in organization events.
● Assume leadership roles in board activities.
● Prepare for meetings by reviewing meeting minutes, agendas and supporting documentation.
● Participate in Board Training sessions.

Policy & Planning
● Participate in the development and establishment of policies through which the work of LHC is
accomplished.
● Ensure effective organizational planning by reviewing and approving annual work plans and
long-range, strategic plans.
● Work to recruit and orient new board members to continue to strengthen the board leadership.
Finances
● Determine fiscal policies for LHC which will ensure long-term financial stability and integrity.
● Review and approve an annual budget. Ensure that periodic audits of LHC finances are
conducted. Monitor finances regularly.
Development
● Make a financial gift to LHC that is personally significant. Understand and support LHC’s fund
development plans.
● Participate in fund development efforts when appropriate. Use every opportunity to heighten the
profile of the LHC in the community.

Personnel
● Review and approve personnel policies for the organization.
Community
● Represent Lincoln Hills Cares in a positive and supportive manner to nonprofit organizations,
the public and other stakeholders.
● Identify stakeholder interests and build stakeholder investment.
Evaluation
● Participate in the board’s periodic assessment of its own performance and recommend
improvement in such areas as composition, orientation, tenure, retention and responsibilities.
Integrity
● Fully disclose, at the earliest opportunity, information that may result in a perceived or actual
conflict of interest; or information of fact that would have significance in board decision-making.
● Exercise the powers invested for the good of all members of the organization rather than for
personal benefit, or that of the entity you represent.
● Maintain the confidentiality of board processes and issues.
● Respect the diversity of opinions as expressed or acted upon by the board, committees and
membership, and formally register dissent as appropriate.
● Be aware of ethical issues and act in an ethical manner.