Would you like to give back to your community and simultaneously hone your leadership skills? Would you like to use your expertise to support a cause that you're passionate about? Does serving on a board of directors seem like the most powerful way that you can make a difference?

If you answered yes, you're ready to GET ON BOARD.

What is it?
Get On Board is a training designed to introduce you to the basics of board service in a nonprofit organization and guide you through the decision about how and where to serve.

What will the training curriculum include?
In an informal format, the training will explore the motives for board service, provide an overview of the nonprofit sector and its organizations, describe the basic responsibilities of board membership, explain the variety of board cultures, and clarify the information that you should have before joining a board.

When and Where is the Training?
Thursday, June 24, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Adelphi University's Garden City Campus in the Center for Recreation and Sports Campbell Lounge. The training will be followed by light refreshments and a Board Fair from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

What is the Board Fair?
The Board Fair is your opportunity to meet representatives from a variety of Long Island nonprofits to learn about their organizations and board service needs.

How Do I Apply?
You may apply online or you may download (PDF 440KB) and mail in your application.


Get On Board is made possible through the support of Bank of America through the United Way of Long Island.


Contact
For additional information, please contact:

Diane Wunderlich
Program Coordinator
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership
Adelphi University
One South Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
p - 516.877.4415
f - 516.877.4352
e - dwunderlich@adelphi.edu