Recommends funding decisions for a single cycle of grant applications annually. Also includes assisting in planning a cultural celebration event annually. Meets during the spring and fall plus an additional business and planning meeting. Reads and reviews proposals, makes site visits to groups within the region and makes recommendations to the Board. Recommends funding for three-year program and capacity building grants twice annually.
Slate is determined by the nominations committee to ensure diverse representation.
Researches and recruits candidates for a slate for the Board of Directors and granting committees, as well as for itself. Governs, sets policy and direction and assumes fiscal and grant making responsibility for the foundation. Hires and supervises the Executive Director. All Board members are expected to assist in fundraising. Detailed job description available at the office.