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Help Shape the Future of Carolyn Eynon Singers!

 

Carolyn Eynon Singers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community choir dedicated to artistic excellence, community engagement, and the belief that singing together connects people. Our Board of Directors provides the leadership, governance, and support necessary to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the organization.

 

Board members serve as ambassadors, advocates, and stewards of the organization’s mission. They contribute their time, expertise, and resources to help the choir thrive artistically, financially, and organizationally.

 

General Responsibilities

All Board members are expected to:

• Support and promote the mission, vision, and values of Carolyn Eynon Singers.

• Attend and actively participate in monthly Board meetings.

• Serve a two-year term, with the opportunity for renewal.

• Follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and ethical standards.

• Review materials in advance of meetings and participate in informed decision-making.

• Act in the best interests of the organization and maintain appropriate confidentiality.

• Serve as ambassadors for the choir within the community.

• Attend concerts and special events whenever possible.

• Assist with audience development, community outreach, and organizational growth.

 

Financial Stewardship

Board members share responsibility for the financial health of the organization by:

• Reviewing and approving annual operating budgets.

• Monitoring the organization’s financial performance.

• Supporting sound financial practices and fiscal accountability.

• Assisting with long-range planning and organizational sustainability.

• Contributing ideas and expertise related to budgeting, financial management, and strategic growth.

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Fundraising and Development

Charitable contributions are essential to our mission. Board members are expected to:

• Make an annual personal financial contribution to Carolyn Eynon Singers.

• Participate in fundraising activities and donor stewardship efforts.

• Help identify prospective donors, sponsors, advertisers, grant opportunities, and community partners.

• Assist with fundraising campaigns, special events, and audience engagement initiatives.

• Support grant applications, reporting requirements, and other development activities as needed.

 

Volunteer Leadership

As a working Board, members may occasionally assist with operational activities, including:

• Supporting front-of-house operations at concerts and events.

• Assisting with ticket sales, donations, raffles, and patron services.

• Helping recruit singers, volunteers, audience members, and community supporters.

• Serving on committees or special projects aligned with their interests and expertise.

 

Board Roles

• President: Provides overall Board leadership, presides at meetings, works closely with the Artistic Director, and helps guide strategic planning, governance, and organizational development.

• Vice President: Supports the President, assists with Board leadership and committee coordination, and assumes presidential responsibilities when necessary.

• Treasurer: Oversees the organization’s financial records, reporting, budgeting, and financial compliance, and provides regular financial updates to the Board.

• Secretary: Maintains official records, meeting minutes, governance documents, and organizational correspondence as required.

• Members-at-Large: Participate fully in Board governance and contribute their skills, experience, and community connections to support the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

 

Ideal Board Members

We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and professional skills. Expertise in areas such as finance, accounting, nonprofit management, law, marketing, communications, fundraising, education, business, technology, event planning, or the performing arts is particularly valuable but not necessary; we welcome all levels of participation.

 

Most importantly, Board members should believe in the importance of live music, community engagement, and the power of choral singing to enrich lives and bring people together.

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If you are interested in learning more, please contact us via the form below. You are welcome to attend a board meeting or rehearsal as a guest, or even meet with the president or director, to decide if CES is right for you!

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