After School All Stars - Board Member

ABOUT AFTER-SCHOOL ALL-STARS 

After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is a premiere school-based expanded learning program provider, serving students with the greatest needs and fewest resources throughout Los Angeles County and Lucerne Valley. ASAS-LA operates in 73 (K-12) public and charter school locations as an independent 501(c3), offering its programs to more than 20,000 students per year. Participating schools include 34 middle schools, 19 high schools, and 20 elementary schools. We are also part of a National After-School All-Stars network, which currently operates in 19 cities across the nation, serving over 80,000 youth every year, and partner with numerous national and local organizations to provide high-quality free comprehensive programs to the students we serve.

Who We Are
We are a comprehensive after-school program serving kids with the greatest needs and fewest resources. Founded in 2002 by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is the premier K-12 program for schools throughout Los Angeles County and the Lucerne Valley. We partner with numerous national and local organizations to provide high-quality free programs to the students we serve.

Our Mission
The mission of ASAS-LA is to educate, enlighten and inspire youth to succeed in school and in life.

Our Vision
All-Stars will be empowered to reach their full potential.

ABOUT THE BOARD 

We are seeking dedicated individuals to serve on our Board of Directors. As a Board Member, you will play a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of the organization, ensuring financial sustainability, and advancing our mission. This is a volunteer position that requires a commitment to attend regular board meetings, participate in committee work, and contribute expertise, resources, and networks to support the organization's growth and impact.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Governance: Provide oversight and strategic direction to ensure the organization fulfills its mission effectively and ethically.
2. Financial Oversight: Review and approve budgets, financial reports, and major financial decisions to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
3. Fundraising: Assist in fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with donors, identifying funding opportunities, and advocating for the organization's mission.
4. Advocacy and Public Relations: Serve as ambassadors for the organization, advocating for its mission and programs within the community and broader network.
5. Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans to guide the organization's growth and impact.
6. Committee Work: Participate actively in board committees (e.g., finance, development, governance) and take leadership roles as needed.
7. Evaluation and Accountability: Monitor and evaluate the organization's programs and activities to ensure they align with its mission and goals.
8. Legal and Ethical Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing nonprofit organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to its values.
• Previous experience serving on nonprofit boards or relevant professional experience (e.g., finance, fundraising, legal).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and contribute effectively to group decision-making.
• Willingness to dedicate time and resources to fulfill board responsibilities.
• Integrity, ethics, and a commitment to transparency and accountability.

Have questions or want to connect with us? Please contact Abigail Marsters at [email protected].