Call for Board Applications
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Would you like to take your support and interest in the museum a step further?
We invite community members to apply to serve on the Board of Trustees at one of Long Island's most treasured and unique museums. Our board members represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applicants who:
Trustees gain:
We welcome applicants from all career levels, community involvement, and from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds. We especially welcome candidates with knowledge in the legal field, education, finance, marketing, event planning, HR, arts, humanities, and science. Individuals with expertise in engineering/construction fields can also help shape the museum's exciting expansion plans. Join us in shaping the museum's future! |
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Q & A
IS THERE A DEADLINE to express interest?
Entries are currently considered on a rolling basis until empty seats are filled.
IS prior board or nonprofit experience required?
No. We welcome individuals who are both seasoned in nonprofit governance and those who are new to the experience.
What professional backgroundS are the best fit?
We welcome diverse candidates with a variety of interests, skills and backgrounds who can apply their passion and knowledge help the museum meet its mission and flourish.
Individuals with knowledge in the construction / engineering field are especially welcome at this time to add their perspective and expertise to helping to shape the museum's expansion plans!
Individuals with knowledge in the construction / engineering field are especially welcome at this time to add their perspective and expertise to helping to shape the museum's expansion plans!
What time commitment is needed?
The board meets once every two months. The majority of board meetings are currently conducted via zoom, with occasional in-person board meetings in Cold Spring Harbor. Board meetings are typically scheduled on the third Tuesday every other month, unless there is a conflict. Committee meetings take place as-needed.
One board term lasts for 3 year terms; if needed, 2-year terms will be considered on an individual basis.
One board term lasts for 3 year terms; if needed, 2-year terms will be considered on an individual basis.
is there an expected financial commitment for board members?
Yes. One of the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board is securing resources. Board members of any non-profit organization are expected to actively participate in the museum's fundraising efforts.
As with any organizational board, trustees are asked to make a personally significant contribution annually to the museum. The annual amount of $2,500 give-or-get is suggested. This can be a gift toward the annual appeal, participation in the museum's fundraiser, or sponsoring a museum event.
Each board member should make the museum a personal philanthropic priority. At the same time, we realize that not all board members might be able to contribute equally. We encourage each member to support the museum generously according to their individual means.
Other ways to support include inviting gifts from other community members, introducing personal and professional networks to the museum, attending museum events, and bringing guests to events.
As with any organizational board, trustees are asked to make a personally significant contribution annually to the museum. The annual amount of $2,500 give-or-get is suggested. This can be a gift toward the annual appeal, participation in the museum's fundraiser, or sponsoring a museum event.
Each board member should make the museum a personal philanthropic priority. At the same time, we realize that not all board members might be able to contribute equally. We encourage each member to support the museum generously according to their individual means.
Other ways to support include inviting gifts from other community members, introducing personal and professional networks to the museum, attending museum events, and bringing guests to events.
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Questions
Questions can be directed to the Board President, Anthony Sarchiapone. |
