Summary:

The Georgina Community Food Pantry (GCFP) is seeking Board Members who are passionate about our mission, which is to provide dignified access to good food that nourishes our community and inspires change.

We are looking for diverse leaders with expertise in the following areas: leadership, finance and/or fundraising. Previous board experience and knowledge of food insecurity are preferred.

The commitment:

Board members are expected to:

• Attend Board meetings which are usually held on the third Wednesday of each month, from 6:30pm to 8 pm. Meetings are currently being held in virtual format.
• Participate in Board Committee and/or project work
• Attend annual events such as the AGM, strategic planning sessions and provide support at fundraising events
• In total, directors are expected to devote approximately ten hours per month of their time.
• Candidates must be willing to serve a 3-year term 

The Board values the benefits diversity can bring to its work. The GCFP considers diversity to encompass the differences among people – including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, cultural group, indigenous status, sexual orientation, disability, generations, and socioeconomic status.

We strive to ensure that we reflect the communities we serve and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, as well as those with diverse lived experience.

Qualifications 

• Commitment to the GCFP’s mission and values 
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 
• Strong communication and collaborative skills 
• Strategic and results oriented thinker 
• Willingness to actively participate in Board projects and committees 
• Commitment of time to prepare and attend board and committee meetings