Job Overview
BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECRUITMENT
Join the Founding Board of Caregivers United Massachusetts
Caregivers United Massachusetts is seeking passionate, dedicated, and visionary individuals to serve as Founding Members of our Board of Directors. As we launch this statewide nonprofit, we are looking for leaders who believe that no caregiver should have to navigate the journey of caring for a child with a medical condition alone.
This is an exciting opportunity to help build an organization from the ground up—one that connects caregivers to resources, education, advocacy, community, and hope.
OUR MISSION
Caregivers United Massachusetts exists to connect, educate, empower, and advocate for caregivers of children with medical conditions by providing peer support, resources, educational opportunities, community events, and meaningful partnerships throughout Massachusetts.
OUR VISION
We envision a Massachusetts where every caregiver has access to the support, resources, and community they need regardless of their child’s diagnosis. By bringing together caregivers across many medical conditions under one organization, we strive to create stronger families, healthier communities, and lasting change.
Many Diagnoses. One Community. Endless Support.
BOARD SERVICE OVERVIEW
Time Commitment
Board Members serve an initial one-year term and may be reappointed for additional terms.
Board members are expected to:
- Attend monthly Board meetings (virtual and/or in person)
- Participate in at least one committee
- Volunteer at organizational events when available
- Support fundraising and community outreach efforts
- Serve as ambassadors for Caregivers United Massachusetts
- Help strengthen partnerships throughout Massachusetts
Estimated commitment:
4–8 hours per month
Board service is a volunteer position.
FOUNDING BOARD RESPONSIBILITIES
During our first year, the Board will help:
- Build the foundation of the organization
- Develop strategic goals and organizational policies
- Recruit volunteers and additional board members
- Develop relationships with hospitals, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations
- Assist with fundraising initiatives and grant opportunities
- Promote Caregivers United Massachusetts throughout the Commonwealth
- Help establish diagnosis-specific caregiver communities
- Ensure the organization remains mission-focused and financially responsible
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
We recognize that every person’s circumstances are different.
Board Members are encouraged to make an annual financial contribution that is personally meaningful to them and to actively support fundraising efforts through donations, sponsorships, grant opportunities, or community engagement.
We believe leadership is demonstrated through commitment, advocacy, and service—not solely through financial contributions.
IDEAL CANDIDATES
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are passionate about supporting caregivers and families.
Ideal candidates may include:
- Parents and caregivers
- Healthcare professionals
- Social workers
- Educators
- Attorneys
- Financial professionals
- Mental health professionals
- Business owners
- Community leaders
- Nonprofit professionals
- Individuals with fundraising or marketing experience
- Advocates with lived experience
No previous board experience is required.
We value compassion, collaboration, diversity, integrity, and a willingness to help build something meaningful.
CURRENT BOARD POSITIONS
President
Provides strategic leadership to the organization, presides over Board meetings, works closely with officers and committees, oversees implementation of the organization’s mission, and serves as the primary spokesperson alongside the Executive Director.
Vice President
Supports the President and assumes leadership responsibilities in their absence. Assists with organizational planning, board development, and strategic initiatives.
Secretary
Maintains accurate records of Board meetings, prepares meeting agendas and minutes, manages official organizational documents, and ensures compliance with governance requirements.
Treasurer
Oversees the financial health of the organization, monitors budgets, reviews financial reports, assists with annual budgeting, and works to ensure financial transparency and accountability.
Director of Community Partnerships
Builds relationships with hospitals, healthcare providers, nonprofits, schools, businesses, and community organizations throughout Massachusetts to expand collaboration and resources.
Director of Fundraising & Development
Leads fundraising efforts, sponsorship development, donor engagement, grant research, fundraising events, and community giving initiatives.
Director of Marketing & Communications
Oversees social media, branding, newsletters, public relations, website content, and community awareness campaigns.
Director of Volunteer Engagement
Develops volunteer opportunities, recruits volunteers, coordinates volunteer activities, and supports volunteer recognition.
Director of Programs & Events
Works alongside committees to develop caregiver support groups, educational workshops, family events, conferences, and community programs.
Director of Advocacy & Policy
Supports advocacy efforts that improve services and resources for caregivers and families while building relationships with policymakers and community leaders.
Diagnosis Community Representatives
This unique leadership role helps ensure every diagnosis community has a voice within Caregivers United Massachusetts.
Representatives may serve families affected by conditions such as:
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Autism
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Epilepsy
- Cancer
- Rare Diseases
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Cerebral Palsy
- Mental Health Conditions
- Developmental Disabilities
- Other medical conditions
Representatives help build support networks, identify community needs, connect families with resources, and strengthen partnerships related to their diagnosis community.
WHY JOIN OUR FOUNDING BOARD?
As a Founding Board Member, you will help create an organization that has the potential to impact thousands of caregivers and families throughout Massachusetts.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Shape the future of a growing nonprofit
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of caregivers
- Build statewide partnerships
- Strengthen communities
- Develop leadership experience
- Help create programs that provide hope and support to families
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02124
