Citizens League is seeking additional board members for a three-year term starting January 1, 2026! Apply today!
You can nominate yourself, or someone you know.
Board members have an opportunity to connect and learn with others from a variety of personal and professional backgrounds, with perspectives across the political spectrum, and diverse in terms of age, race/ethnicity, and gender. The Citizens League staff works closely with our board members and we value their community insights, experiences, expertise, fundraising support, and strategic thinking. The Citizens League board is a great opportunity to support civic engagement, bridge differences, and engage in public policy in a multi-partisan setting.
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Board Member Expectations and Responsibilities
Board member terms are three years, aligning with our fiscal year (beginning January 1). Board members are able to serve two consecutive three-year terms.
- Active participation at board meetings.
- Meetings held six times per year, typically 8:00 – 9:30 a.m., or 12:00 – 1:45 p.m.
- Active participation on one committee.
- Most meet six times per year (times vary)
- Committees include policy, audit & finance, and development
- Annual financial commitment that reflects a level of “top three” importance for charitable giving within your own financial means.
- Willingness to involve friends and community contacts, and introduce them to the Citizens League and our mission.
- Encourage financial involvement of others, directly identify potential donors, and solicit financial contributions supporting our work when appropriate.
- Attending and helping to support events and gatherings, including our annual Civic Celebration fundraiser in the spring, held in March; and the Capitol Pathways End-of-Session Celebration, held in June.