Volunteer : Board of Directors (Vice Chair) - Creative Writing Nonprofit

Volunteermatch; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Society of Young Inklings seeks a Vice Chair for its Board of Directors to support youth writers' development. This virtual role involves strategic planning, fundraising, and community outreach to ensure the organization's sustainability and growth. Ideal candidates will have nonprofit experience and a passion for empowering young storytellers.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Board of Directors and fundraising experience required.
• Understanding of the nonprofit landscape is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support mission to guide youth writers.
• Provide guidance and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop relationships to enhance fundraising and partnerships.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Development

Professional Development

Community Outreach

Resource Development / Management

Job description

Board of Directors (Vice Chair) - Creative Writing Nonprofit

Society of Young Inklings equips the next generation of storytellers with community and creative tools to thrive. As part of the Board of Directors, you'll support our mission to guide youth writers in discovering, cultivating, and sharing their unique voices. Your engagement will help ensure the organization’s health, sustainability, and capacity to serve a growing community. You will use your expertise to provide guidance, support strategic decision-making, and develop relationships to enhance fundraising and partnerships.

General Board Member Responsibilities:

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

Society of Young Inklings

is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth writers aged 8-18. Founder Naomi Kinsman shares, "When I was young and filling notebooks with stories, I wanted someone to take my dreams seriously." We pair youth writers with professionals for artistic mentorship and provide publishing opportunities. Since launching in 2008 in the San Francisco Bay Area, our programs—such as Writerly Play, an innovative game-based approach—have expanded worldwide, offering online mentorships, writers’ circles, and courses accessible from anywhere.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture

WHEN

Weekdays - Evenings

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

April 8, 2025

SKILLS

• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Professional Development
• Community Outreach
• Resource Development / Management

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Orientation or Training
• Two-year term
• Board of Directors and fundraising experience
• Understanding of, and a network within, the literary, educational, creative development, and/or youth-facing nonprofit landscape