Board Member Role and Expectations

 

BMCA Board members are a vital part of the organization.  As a volunteer board, all members are asked to support the center with their time, effort, and resources.  

 

Support Through Giving & Purchases

• All Board members are expected to become a member each year at a level of giving which is comfortable for the member.  

• Support other initiatives as you are able

• Purchase art from gallery exhibits, the gift shop (online or onsite), holiday markets. etc.

• Use your business to sponsor events

 

Committee Assignments:

• Actively participate on a board committee and/or serve as a Liaison or in a position.

 

Be an Ambassador for the Center

• Talk about BMCA with family and friends.  Make comments on our social media posts, encourage your friends to attend and support the posted events, encourage others to become members  

• Solicit your connections to sponsor events

 

Strong Presence

• Attend BMCA events throughout the year (plays, gallery openings, fundraisers, concerts, etc.) and proudly display your Board Member name tag.  

• Attend and participate in board meetings (the fourth Tuesday of each month)

• Volunteer to work events and help with special projects at BMCA

 

Stay Connected

• Visit our website regularly- www.blackmountainarts.org

• Be sure you are receiving our bi-monthly e-newsletters and read them to stay up to date on what’s happening at BMCA

• Review the new agenda and last month’s minutes and financials before the next board meeting

 

Clear Communication

• Reply to email requests from the board chair and/or the ED

• Communicate with the board chair each month regarding your attendance to the monthly meeting