Volunteer: LA Chapter Board
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Greater Los Angeles Chapter of Huntington's Disease Society of America is dedicated to provide support and care of those who suffer from Huntington's Disease, their families, and the Huntington's Disease Community. We are committed to the eradication of this disease through education, advocacy, family services and research. The Greater Los Angeles Chapter (HDSA/LA) serves the ten county region surrounding Los Angeles. This service area spreads from Fresno in the north to Orange County in southern California.
Chapter Board Member
The Chapter Board of Directors is the governing body of the Chapter responsible for ensuring that all Chapter activities are conducted in accordance with the HDSA Strategic Plan, Chapter Agreement, Plan of Work, and HDSA policies and procedures. The Chapter Board is led by an Executive Committee consisting of the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. All members will serve on at least one committee (Team Hope Walk, Fundraising, Advocacy, Etc...) Board members ensure the financial health of the chapter and identify the best community resources for their area. Generally the term of service is two years, with the ability to be re-elected two times for a total of 6 years of service.
What are some of the Specific Responsibilities?
Attend and participate in board meetings and/or calls. Serve on at least one committee fundraising, advocacy, team hope, volunteer development, community services, & communications. All board members participate in chapter fundraising events, including helping to secure corporate support, attendance, event day help, and encouraging event registration. Recruit and engage new board members, committee members, and volunteers. Be an HDSA ambassador in the community. Participate in regional calls and share call updates with chapter committee members. Communicate and partner with the national HDSA staff. Participate in planning for the health and longevity of the chapter.
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