Volunteer: Board of Directors: Creative Writing Nonprofit

Volunteermatch; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking passionate individuals to join their Board of Directors. This role is pivotal in empowering youth writers, providing them with mentorship and real-world publishing opportunities. As a board member, you will leverage your expertise in strategic planning and business development to guide the organization towards sustainability and growth. With a focus on community engagement and support for young storytellers, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the arts and culture sector. Join a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing the next generation of creative voices and help shape the future of storytelling.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with previous board or fundraising experience.
• Orientation or training is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission of guiding youth writers and enhancing organizational sustainability.
• Engage in strategic decision-making and develop fundraising relationships.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Development

Event Planning / Management

Networking

Job description

Board of Directors: Creative Writing Nonprofit

The Society of Young Inklings equips the next generation of storytellers with the community and creative tools they need to thrive. As part of the Board of Directors, you'll support our mission to guide youth writers as they discover, cultivate, and share their one-of-a-kind voices. Through your engagement on the board, you’ll support the organization’s health, sustainability, and ability to serve a growing community. You will use your expertise to provide guidance and support strategic decision-making, and develop relationships to enhance fundraising and strategic partnerships.

Role

• Be familiar with SYI’s mission, purpose, programs, and goals.

Description

Society of Young Inklings is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth writers, ages 8-18. "When I was young and filling notebooks with stories, I wanted someone to take my dreams seriously," says Naomi Kinsman, Founder and Executive Director. "Now, I have the privilege of granting wishes like my own by pairing youth writers with professionals who provide artistic mentorship and with our publishing team who deliver real-world publishing opportunities."

We launched our programs in 2008 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through our work (and play!) with thousands of students and educators, we developed and refined Writerly Play, our game-based approach to the creative process. Our community has stretched worldwide, and we now offer online mentorships, writers’ circles, and courses, so no matter where you live, we’re in your neighborhood.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule. Weekdays - Evening

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

April 7, 2025

SKILLS

• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Event Planning / Management
• Networking

GOOD FOR

• People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21
• Orientation or Training
• 2 year term
• Previous board and/or fundraising (especially major donor outreach) experience