I understand that, if selected as a member of the Board of Directors of Girls on the Run of Silicon Valley, my duties and responsibilities include the following:

1. Support the mission and vision of Girls on the Run of Silicon Valley

2. Commit to serve on the Girls on the Run Board of Directors for a 3-year term and at least one board committee (governance, finance, marketing/fundraising or an ad-hoc committee)

3. Meetings:

-Attend all quarterly board meetings

-Prepare for and participate in board and committee meetings

-Maintain confidentiality of the Board’s deliberations and fully support implementation of Board decisions.

4. Fiduciary responsibility:

-Exercise prudence with the board in the control and stewardship of funds

-Faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements and otherwise help the board fulfill its fiduciary responsibility

5. Financial Development/Fundraising:

-Give an annual gift according to personal means of no less than $500 per year plus minimum of $500 give/get.

-Assist in implementing outreach and fundraising strategies through personal influence with others

6. Awareness of Policies and Procedures:

-Read and adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization and bring to board attention any issues or concerns you may have.

-Annually review conflict of interest policy and signature of this document shows you have received, read, understand and agree to comply with this and all other policies.

7. General Expectations:

-Know the organization’s purpose, goals, policies, objectives and programs

-Support Girls on the Run in the local community

-Attend the all GOTR 5K events and participate in or attend other key events if available

-Serve in leadership positions and take on assignments willingly when asked

-Identify and cultivate financial supporters to Girls on the Run

-Identify potential board members

-Identify and recruit new coaches, volunteers and participants

-Undergo a background check - required for all staff and volunteers of the organization

Signature below is required annually, and shows a full understanding of your duties as a board member.

Please check the box and type your signature below to indicate your acceptance:

Girls on the Run of Silicon Valley Board of Directors Application