Join other dedicated AmeriCorps Alums to help plan meaningful activities for service members in the DC area. AmeriCorps and Service Alums DC is a registered 501(c)3 and relies on leaders like you to step up to plan, promote, and support enrichment events for our whole community.

When can I apply to join the board? 

Recruitment typically starts in the fall for specific positions that start the following January. However, we are always interested to get more support in our event planning and organization management even outside of this recruitment window - reach out to hello@americorpsalumsdc.org to let us know if you are interested in joining off-cycle.

What are board members responsible for? 

The core of our mission is to serve and build community. You’ll help plan and promote activities based on your position and support events planned by fellow board members. The expected time commitment is 4-6 hours per month for planning and event attendance. In addition to time, we have a suggested annual donation / fundraising goal for board members (note that donation or fundraising ability is not a determining factor to be a board member). 

How long is a board term? 

It often takes a few months for new board members to get acquainted with the organizations processes and be able to step in to leading events and activities, we therefore ask for a 2-year commitment. Talk to us if you have questions! 

Where and how frequent are board meetings? 

The board meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month in a virtual meeting. We also start the year with an in-person Board Retreat in January, and may have one additional in-person event for the year.

What is the application process like? 

There is a short written application through an online form. There will then be a round of short interviews to learn more about you and your interest in the role. Candidates will hear back about their status in early December.