Board Members Wanted!

The American Mustang Foundation (AMF) is seeking new board members!

We are seeking new members to join our team to continue to build and develop our program to:

improve the lives of the wild horse
develop equestrian facilities
develop a sustainable working farm
develop educational and tour programs
develop a living history museum

If you are interested in knowing more about the AMF or have questions about involvement, please contact us at info@mustangfoundation.org.
Position Information

Description:

Help achieve the goals and objectives of the AMF by serving as a member of the Board of Directors! The Board meets twice monthly to build the financial health of the organization and build community awareness. Members serve on committees that best suit their talents and interests including: Fund Raising, Community Outreach, Finance, Nominating, Program Development and various ad hoc committees.

Skills and Expertise:

Accounting / Auditing
Administration / Management
Board Development
Communication / Media / Public Relations
Finance/Investment
Fundraising
Legal Services
Program Planning and Evaluation
Special Events Planning & Implementation
Strategic Planning
Volunteer Coordination

Board Member Requirements and Expectations

Purpose of this form

This form provides you with basic information about what the AMF requires from its Board members. If you have doubts about your ability to commit the required time, attend scheduled meetings, or comply with these requirements, please advise the recruitment committee before they submit your name for consideration.

Term of office

2 years. Elected at Annual General Meeting. Directors may serve a maximum of 6 years. Directors may be appointed by the Board to fill vacancies until the next Annual General Meeting.

Fund Raising

All board members are expected to make an annual donation to the organization that is personally meaningful to the director. In addition, directors are expected to attend fundraising events, and participate in annual and special campaigns. All board members will be expected to play a prominent role.

Time Requirements

We require a time commitment of about 120 hours per year, or an average of 10 hours per month for board meetings, committee meetings, orientation sessions, and special events, including preparation time. We do most of our work in meetings. We cannot do a good job or meet deadlines without full participation from members.

Board Meetings

The full board meets at least twenty (20) times per year, usually on the first and third Monday of each month, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. See below for meeting schedule.

Committee Meetings

Committees meet at the pleasure of committee members in order to accomplish certain tasks by established deadlines. Attendance is essential for the committees to do their work.

Orientation Sessions

There will be at least one (1) half-day orientation session held on a Saturday morning in the month after the Annual General Meeting. Attendance is mandatory for ALL directors. The membership committee will arrange other orientation sessions as needed.

Other Time Requirements

Social Events: We normally have at one or two social events per year where staff, friends of the organization and board members can interact.

Strategic Planning: We normally hold a one-day retreat each year to review and update our strategic plan. Next year, we will be reviewing our mission/vision/values statement and developing new outcome measures and performance indicators. This will involve several meetings and one day-long retreat (on a Saturday).

Selection Process

Board members and staff identify prospective board members. These are individuals who have demonstrated leadership and commitment to values shared by the AMF.

Prospects receive this information package. If still interested, they are invited to attend a board meeting, orientation session, or other event.

If board and prospective member wish to proceed, prospect is interviewed by Membership Committee.

On recommendation of Membership Committee, name is placed on the slate for election by the membership at the next AGM. If the recruitment is to fill a vacancy on the board, the candidate may be appointed by the Board to serve what remains of the term.

Approach to Governance

Briefly stated, we believe that the Board's role is to ensure that AMF establishes and maintains the trust of the community by being clear in its mission, prudent and ethical in its activities, and accountable for its actions. Our meetings focus on planning, policy-making, and assessing our progress.

Values and Beliefs

The Board of Directors of AMF subscribes to, and acts in accordance with the following values and beliefs. (under development)

Directors' Code of Behavior

Our board members sign this code of behavior. As a Board member of AMF, I will:

be committed to the mission of the AMF.

act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the AMF.

focus my efforts on the mission of AMF and not on my personal goals

accept responsibility and share power in order to work as a productive, cooperating member of the Board of Directors.

avoid conflicts of interest between my position as a board member and my personal and professional life.

support in a positive manner all actions taken by the Board of Directors even when I am in a minority position on such actions.

never exercise authority as a board member except when acting in a meeting with the full board or as I am delegated by the board.

keep confidential matters confidential.

be accountable to the membership and the community, for competent, conscientious and effective accomplishment of the obligations of the Board.

ensure that discrimination is never practiced at the AMF.

act in a manner consistent with this Code of Ethics despite personal opinions, values or differences.

attend meetings consistently, prepare for meetings, participate fully, and otherwise fulfill my fiduciary obligations to the AMF

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Regular board Meetings

Normally held first and third Monday of the month

Committee Meetings

Board Development - TBA

Personnel - TBA

Annual Meeting - First Monday in February

Strategic Planning - TBA

Other - TBA

Board Evaluation

TBA

Social Events

Mustangs & Merlot

Wild Horse Annie Ride

If you are still interested in serving on our Board of Directors, please fill out the application and mail or e-mail it back to us. If you would like to speak to one of our directors, please e-mail us at info@mustangfoundation.org and one of us will call you.

Description:	Help achieve the goals and objectives of the AMF by serving as a member of the Board of Directors! The Board meets twice monthly to build the financial health of the organization and build community awareness. Members serve on committees that best suit their talents and interests including: Fund Raising, Community Outreach, Finance, Nominating, Program Development and various ad hoc committees.
Skills and Expertise:	Accounting / Auditing Administration / Management Board Development Communication / Media / Public Relations Finance/Investment Fundraising Legal Services Program Planning and Evaluation Special Events Planning & Implementation Strategic Planning Volunteer Coordination

Purpose of this form	This form provides you with basic information about what the AMF requires from its Board members. If you have doubts about your ability to commit the required time, attend scheduled meetings, or comply with these requirements, please advise the recruitment committee before they submit your name for consideration.
Term of office	2 years. Elected at Annual General Meeting. Directors may serve a maximum of 6 years. Directors may be appointed by the Board to fill vacancies until the next Annual General Meeting.
Fund Raising	All board members are expected to make an annual donation to the organization that is personally meaningful to the director. In addition, directors are expected to attend fundraising events, and participate in annual and special campaigns. All board members will be expected to play a prominent role.
Time Requirements	We require a time commitment of about 120 hours per year, or an average of 10 hours per month for board meetings, committee meetings, orientation sessions, and special events, including preparation time. We do most of our work in meetings. We cannot do a good job or meet deadlines without full participation from members.
Board Meetings	The full board meets at least twenty (20) times per year, usually on the first and third Monday of each month, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. See below for meeting schedule.
Committee Meetings	Committees meet at the pleasure of committee members in order to accomplish certain tasks by established deadlines. Attendance is essential for the committees to do their work.
Orientation Sessions	There will be at least one (1) half-day orientation session held on a Saturday morning in the month after the Annual General Meeting. Attendance is mandatory for ALL directors. The membership committee will arrange other orientation sessions as needed.
Other Time Requirements	Social Events: We normally have at one or two social events per year where staff, friends of the organization and board members can interact. Strategic Planning: We normally hold a one-day retreat each year to review and update our strategic plan. Next year, we will be reviewing our mission/vision/values statement and developing new outcome measures and performance indicators. This will involve several meetings and one day-long retreat (on a Saturday).
Selection Process	Board members and staff identify prospective board members. These are individuals who have demonstrated leadership and commitment to values shared by the AMF. Prospects receive this information package. If still interested, they are invited to attend a board meeting, orientation session, or other event. If board and prospective member wish to proceed, prospect is interviewed by Membership Committee. On recommendation of Membership Committee, name is placed on the slate for election by the membership at the next AGM. If the recruitment is to fill a vacancy on the board, the candidate may be appointed by the Board to serve what remains of the term.
Approach to Governance	Briefly stated, we believe that the Board's role is to ensure that AMF establishes and maintains the trust of the community by being clear in its mission, prudent and ethical in its activities, and accountable for its actions. Our meetings focus on planning, policy-making, and assessing our progress.
Values and Beliefs	The Board of Directors of AMF subscribes to, and acts in accordance with the following values and beliefs. (under development)
Directors' Code of Behavior	Our board members sign this code of behavior. As a Board member of AMF, I will: be committed to the mission of the AMF. act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the AMF. focus my efforts on the mission of AMF and not on my personal goals accept responsibility and share power in order to work as a productive, cooperating member of the Board of Directors. avoid conflicts of interest between my position as a board member and my personal and professional life. support in a positive manner all actions taken by the Board of Directors even when I am in a minority position on such actions. never exercise authority as a board member except when acting in a meeting with the full board or as I am delegated by the board. keep confidential matters confidential. be accountable to the membership and the community, for competent, conscientious and effective accomplishment of the obligations of the Board. ensure that discrimination is never practiced at the AMF. act in a manner consistent with this Code of Ethics despite personal opinions, values or differences. attend meetings consistently, prepare for meetings, participate fully, and otherwise fulfill my fiduciary obligations to the AMF
Upcoming Meetings & Events	Regular board Meetings Normally held first and third Monday of the month	Committee Meetings Board Development - TBA Personnel - TBA Annual Meeting - First Monday in February Strategic Planning - TBA Other - TBA	Board Evaluation TBA Social Events Mustangs & Merlot Wild Horse Annie Ride