The Corporate Secretary plays a vital role in guiding the strategic direction, sustainability, and impact of Rebuilding Together Sheboygan County (RTSC). As a Board Member, you'll act as an ambassador of our mission by providing leadership, governance, and support needed to build RTSC’s resources and meet current and future client needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Timely prepare meeting minutes and email them to Board members following each meeting.
- Issue proper notices of all meetings.
- File reports and statements as required by law.
- Send thank you letters to sponsors/businesses/individuals that donate cash or goods to support RTSC’s operations and projects.
- Perform such other duties as shall from time to time be assigned by the Board.
Governance, Oversight and Strategic Leadership
- Attend and actively participate in monthly board meetings.
- Review and approve policies, budgets, and program plans.
- Uphold and promote RTSC’s mission, vision, and values.
- Collaborate on long-term goals and organizational growth strategies.
- Provide professional insight to improve services, outreach, and participant engagement.
Financial Stewardship
- Review financial statements, approve budgets, and help ensure fiscal accountability.
- Support fundraising efforts through donor outreach and community partnerships.
- Assist in identifying grant and funding opportunities to sustain program expansion.
Community Engagement & Advocacy
- Serve as a public ambassador for RTSC, sharing our mission and impact.
- Build and maintain relationships with local organizations, agencies, and supporters.
Committee Participation
- Serve on at least one committee.
- Contribute expertise in areas such as construction and trades, project management, marketing, finance, community outreach, fundraising, or administration.
Expectations
- Serve a three-year term, renewable upon board approval.
- Actively participate on committees and/or rebuilding projects.
- Represent and promote RTSC within your networks.
- Support the mission through advocacy, fundraising, and community engagement.
- Approximate time commitment: 8 hours per month.
Benefits of Board Service
- Play a leadership role in ensuring neighbors are safe, warm, and dry.
- Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit governance and strategic planning.
- Expand your professional and community network.
- Make a meaningful impact on veterans, older adults, individuals with disabilities, and families throughout Sheboygan County.
