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Volunteer Opportunities
The SILA Foundation is run by volunteers learn about Opportunities for you to Join Us by filling out an application for committees and/or to Join the Board of Trustees.
Outreach & Events Committee:
This committee puts the “fun” in fund-raising! Their efforts include the cornhole tournament, Footprint Grant nominating, corporate sponsorships, and other conference related activities. This committee is led by the Development Trustee.
Education Committee:
The Education Committee oversees the research, development and administration of the Foundation’s public and SILA, Inc. members’ education and other services related to the Foundation’s purpose. This Committee works in-conjunction with SILA, Inc..
Finance Committee:
This committee consists of only five(5) additional members approved by the Board of Trustees. Duties include review of monthly financial status reports, fundraising oversight, development of annual budgets, recommendations for audits and Foundation investment oversight..
Nominating Committee:
This committee develops members in organizational leadership roles across the span of their careers and mentor members to assume organizational Board and Officer Positions within the organization.
Promotions Committee:
This committee’s focus is to promote the Foundation’s brand, create communications and a social media presence, and attract increased participation in Foundation events, programs, courses, webinars, and conference and fundraising activities.
Scholarships & Grants Committee:
This committee oversees the research, development and administration of the Foundation’s activities related to providing scholarships and grants to the general public and also members of SILA, Inc. Applications must be received by March 1st annually in order to be considered for current year’s committee.