CAN Board of Directors Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Board of Directors for CAN.

CAN partners with young adults to confront issues inherent to a cancer diagnosis by reducing the related financial burden and providing vital community resources.

We provide financial assistance to individuals between 18 and 40 years old whose fertility may be compromised and connect those affected by a cancer diagnosis with community support.

1. What is the role of the board in your organization?
   Because we are a brand–new organization, our board members will have a unique opportunity to shape the structure and nature of this nascent nonprofit. Initially, the board of directors in our organization will help provide structure to our activities, identify and implement best practices, advance young adult cancer initiatives, be active fundraisers, and develop procedures for giving financial awards to qualified applicants. As we move forward, the board will identify funding sources, assist in public relations initiatives, oversee fiscal responsibility, and ensure our programmatic standards are being implemented.
   
2. What are you currently looking for in prospective board members?
   We are looking for board members who have a variety of backgrounds and skills to offer the organization. Specifically, we are seeking individuals with backgrounds in accounting, event planning, business development, media relations, grant–writing, and non–profit management. We welcome all passionate people interested in serving their community.
   
3. How long is your board member term?
   Board member terms are two years in length, with the opportunity to serve three consecutive terms.
   
4. What is the contribution expectation for your board members?
   We expect board members to attend all scheduled meetings to contribute ideas for success, have a role in our fundraising efforts, and establish connections with our community. The board of directors will be instrumental in establishing policies related to the activities the organization has targeted. Additionally, board members are expected to make a personally meaningful financial contribution to the organization.
   

Board Application Questionnaire

Please complete the form below to be considered for consideration.

Fields marked with * are required

Last Name *
First Name *
Middle Initial 
Address *
City *
State *
Zip *
Occupation *
Email *
Education 

Are you willing to attend monthly board meetings?

 Yes  No

How many hours per month would you like to commit to the organization? (describe) *

Experience

In which of the following areas are you the most familiar? Check all that apply

 Accounting  Law  Fund Raising  Grant Writing
 Media Relations  Advocacy Work  Non-Profit Management  Event Planning/Management
 Marketing  Other  (Specify):

Why are you interested in C.A.N.? * Please describe any experiences you have had related to infertility, cancer, or both. * What talents and/or attributes can you offer the organization? * If you have any experience serving on a Board of Directors of a non-profit organization, please explain: If you are currently serving on another non-profit organization’s Board of Directors, please list the organization, your role, and your commitment to their board. Describe yourself to the organization. Include any hobbies, interests, volunteer work, professional affiliations, and anything else you would like the organization to know. * When you have a day off, how do you like to spend your free time?

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