The Juanita C. Grant Foundation (JCGF) is a 501(c) 3 national non-profit based the Washington area. JCGF provides education and training, advocacy and research addressing economic stability, workforce development and quality of life challenges for the 50+ community. JCGF is accepting nominations of qualified individuals to serve on the Board of Directors. Board terms are three years. Board members represent the Juanita C. Grant Foundation and are advocates for its mission and activities. Responsibilities are governance, fundraising and leadership of the organization’s operations. Board members ensure alignment of strategic priorities with programs and services. JCGF is committed to having a diverse Board that provides a national perspective in addressing equity in aging, social isolation, elder abuse and financial fraud.

Being a JCGF Board member gives you the opportunity to….

• Expand your network
• Expand your commitment and range of opportunities for public service
• Give you an opportunity to strengthen the board’s leadership expanding national programs with local community     engagement
• Assist with strategic planning, partnerships and growth positioning JCGF as a national contributor and learning organization in the Aging field

Commitment

• Passionate about Juanita C. Grant Foundation and its mission
• Dedicated time to fulfill board service commitments
• Maintain an active role throughout tenure on Board of Directors
• Fulfill yearly 100% giving board status to support the organization
• Fulfill board fiduciary responsibilities

How to Submit a Nomination
Persons interested in submitting his or her name for consideration must complete the enclosed information the format listed below. 

Nomination Format
Background Information-Please state:

• Name, employer, former employer if retired and title
• Address, best phone number, email and LinkedIn addresses
• If affiliated with a nonprofit or Juanita C. Grant Foundation associate, please provide details

Briefly answer the following questions no more than 2 pages:

1. Why do you want to serve on the Juanita C. Grant Foundation Board of Directors?
2. What relevant experience(s) and skill sets would enhance the board in furthering its mission?
3. Which Board of Director backgrounds reflect your experience and talents:

• Funding Strategies
• Strategic Direction and Growth
• Networking/Door Opener/Connector
• Educational and Training Programing
• Communications/Social Media
• Advocacy
• National or Regional Board history
• Other-Please explain

Attach the following documents:

• Current resume no more than 2 pages
• One paragraph biography and headshot

Email documents to Kofi Impraim, Board Outreach Director at kimpriam@jcgfdn.org. Only complete nomination submissions will be considered. An acknowledgement email will be sent upon receipt of the nomination information. For questions, contact the Outreach Director via email or at 571-332-6954 if there are any questions.

Sincerely,