Call for Volunteer Board Members – Join Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR)

Charity Village; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a unique and artist-led organization dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of artists in Calgary. As a volunteer board member, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of the arts community by contributing to strategic planning and program development. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with a diverse group of individuals committed to equity and advocacy in the arts. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and have experience in non-profit governance or community programming, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can enrich the cultural fabric of our community.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts or non-profit governance is highly valued.
• Strong community engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend monthly board meetings and participate in policy planning.
• Contribute to subcommittees focused on finance, programming, or marketing.

Skills

Non-profit governance

Community programming

Marketing

Fundraising

Equity-based programs

Job description

Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) is currently seeking volunteer board members to help guide the organization through its next chapter.

Description

Call for Volunteer Board Members – Join Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR)

Are you passionate about the arts and committed to supporting the wellbeing of artists of all disciplines in Calgary? Do you want to help shape a more sustainable and inclusive future for our creative community? Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) is currently seeking new volunteer board members to help guide the organization through its next chapter.

Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) is a registered charity based in Calgary, Alberta, dedicated to supporting artists across all disciplines (visual arts, music, literary, theatre, dance, poetry, film and more). Our mission is to provide practical resources that sustain the well-being and livelihoods of artists, thereby enriching the cultural fabric of our community.

To achieve these goals EAR offers emergency financial relief, referrals and resources on topics such as health and wellness, social service supports, and fiscal management; hosts workshops and seminars on professional development, entrepreneurial activities, and wellness issues specific to artists’ needs and hosts Studio E, our bi-monthly online peer meet-up that foster belonging, informal mentorship, and professional exchange among artists.

We are committed to equity, compassion, and advocacy, ensuring that artists can thrive and contribute meaningfully to society.

We are looking for thoughtful, community-minded individuals—especially those with lived experience in the arts, non-profit governance, community programming, marketing, or fundraising.

EAR is an inclusive organization and welcomes people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

This is an exciting time to join EAR as we:

Expand programming focused on artist health, wellness, and professional development;

Undertake a strategic planning process to define our next five years;

Develop new programs and partnerships to better serve Calgary’s diverse artistic community.

If you're interested in helping steer a unique, artist-led organization and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send a brief expression of interest (max 500 words) outlining your background, your interest in EAR, and what you hope to contribute as a board member to:
[e-mail]
Subject line: EAR Board Application

As a volunteer board member of EAR, you will:

Serve a renewable one-year term, beginning June 2025

Attend monthly board meetings (approx. 2 hours) via Zoom or in person

Participate in board discussions, policy planning, and program oversight

Contribute to at least one subcommittee (e.g. finance, programming, fundraising, marketing)

Support the development of programs and partnerships that meet the evolving needs of Calgary’s artists

Act as a community ambassador for EAR and help broaden our reach

We welcome individuals with experience or interest in:

The arts or non-profit governance

Community engagement and equity-based programs

Fund development, partnerships, or marketing

If you care deeply about Calgary’s artists and want to help build a stronger and more equitable arts community, we hope you’ll consider joining us.

By clicking this button, you consent to receive emails about new jobs that relate to your search criteria. Remember: you can cancel these email alerts at any time.