Board Member Application

Humane Society of Bay County
Board Candidates Application
Requirements/Procedure

Function of the Board
• Follow the mission, vision and values of HSBC, review annually to
ensure the mission is being followed
• Engage in review and concerns regarding the financial overview of HSBC
• Long term fundraising and resource development
• Approving and monitoring HSBC programs and services
• Enhance HSBC public image

Board Member Commitments:

• Terms are three years

• Board meetings are the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm

• You are allowed TWO excused meetings per year

• Disclose any conflicts of interest

• Expected to support the organization by playing a role in running/developing a program or committee OR supporting the organization by helping with research for discernable decision making and grant writing.

• Expected to use their leadership to make connections in favor of the organization. This includes but not limited to the following: building relationships with donors, bringing in new members, being a presence at some events, selling tickets, secure in-kind support and host awareness gatherings. 

• Must be members of the organization and maintain a yearly membership

• Be respectful

• Exhibit professionalism

• Advocate to secure financial resources