Community Shares recognizes that a single sector can’t create lasting change on its own. That’s why we connect workplaces, individuals, and nonprofits together to collaboratively create a more just, caring, and healthy community for all. It can only happen if we work together.
Community Shares serves as the intersection point where workplaces and individuals connect with our more than 60 member nonprofits to help them achieve their missions.
Through our strategic plan, Community Shares of Mid Ohio is building what’s needed to support nonprofits and help communities thrive: a modern, mission-aligned system that reimagines workplace giving, strengthens nonprofit infrastructure, and invests in the power of local organizations.
Lead the Vision - Join the Community Shares Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees is charged with shaping the vision and strategy of Community Shares’ work and mission. They ensure our work stays aligned with our mission, plans, and values while supporting Community Shares' work. Our strategic goal is that by 2030, Community Shares will distribute $1 million annually in unrestricted funding, support 100 grassroots member organizations, and generate 25% of our budget through mission-aligned earned revenue. You can explore our full strategic plan and goals here. (link to strategic plan on website)
Board members are tasked with big-picture thinking and bringing their unique skills and perspectives to help advance Community Shares’ work to benefit the whole Central Ohio community.
Board members volunteer their time to
- provide feedback and guidance
- make donations to support the financial success of Community Shares
- lend their skills to assist staff with projects
- use their network to make introductions to connect Community Shares to additional resources
What is Community Shares looking for?
The Board of Trustees is seeking individuals with
- skills in governance, fundraising, finance/accounting, business development, legal, marketing, and/or human resources
- diversity of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and economic status to reflect the Central Ohio community that Community Shares serves
- connections to businesses, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and coalitions to expand the reach and impact of Community Shares
What’s expected of me?
The Board of Trustees requires the following of individual board members to ensure they remain active and engaged in Community Shares’ work.
- commit to a term of two years on the Board of Trustees (can serve up to a maximum of six years)
- ensure proper management of Community Shares by providing oversight of Community Shares’ financials, policies, legal compliance, accountability, and Executive Director
- disclose conflicts of interest and abide by all Community Shares’ policies
- ensure adequate resources for Community Shares, including raising money for Community Shares
- serve as an ambassador and solicitor on behalf of Community Shares
- prepare for and participate in board meetings
- serve on at least one board committee
Interested in learning more about becoming a Community Shares’ Board of Trustees member?
Click the button below to complete your interest form to receive more information.
Get Hands On - Join a Community Shares Committee
Community Shares committees are where the Board of Trustees strategic plan comes to life. The work done in committees directly impacts Community Shares’ programs, services, and resources. Each is a great introduction to the nonprofit community and Community Shares’ work.
Committees work directly with staff to provide feedback, lend expertise, and accomplish projects. They make recommendations to the Board regarding policies, opportunities, and direction. Committee service is also a great opportunity to expand your skills, develop new ones, and build your network to advance your career.
Our current committees are:
- Finance & Audit is critical to the organization’s financial health, records, and compliance. It assists the board and staff in making smart financial decisions, from spending to investments, to benefit Community Shares and its work. If you enjoy numbers or compliance, you’ve found the right spot for you.
- Membership designs programs and services to recruit, engage, and maintain Community Shares’ members. It monitors community trends and reviews membership demographics to determine additional organizations to recruit for membership. This committee seeks unique opportunities to support a multitude of organizations through shared services, costs, and programs. It also handles member feedback to ensure our programs and services provide members with what they need in the moment and the future.
- Social Enterprise provides counsel to Community Shares' leadership related to innovative and entrepreneurial endeavors. It’s considered our research and development community. This is where new ideas are tested and vetted to generate additional revenue for Community Shares, furthering its mission, programs, and services.
What is Community Shares looking for?
Committees seek individuals with
- diversity of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and economic status in order to reflect the Central Ohio community that Community Shares serves
- skills related to the specific work of each committee: governance, fundraising, finance/accounting, business development, and marketing
- connections to businesses, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and coalitions to expand the reach and impact of Community Shares
What’s expected of me?
Committees require the following of individual committee members to ensure they remain active and engaged in Community Shares’ work:
- assist in the proper management of Community Shares by providing oversight of Community Shares’ financials, policies, legal compliance, and accountability
- disclose conflicts of interest and abide by all Community Shares policies
- serve as an ambassador on behalf of Community Shares
- prepare for and participate in committee meetings
Interested in learning more about becoming a Community Shares’ Committee member?
Click the button below to complete your interest form to receive more information.
Looking to explore more about Community Shares? The following will give you more insights into our work, our strategies, and how we govern:
- Strategic Plan: We’ve set a bold vision and goal to guide our work over the next three years. Explore our four pillars: membership, revenue, voice, and systems, and how we’re using them to create a stronger community.
- Financials: Review our Audit and IRS Form 990 to understand our finances and how our budget makes a difference for our nonprofit members and the community.
- Annual Report: Learn how our combined work and efforts create a ripple effect to bring change and impact in the community.
