Let's Shake the Table, Inc.

Let’s Shake the Table, Inc.
Board Responsibilities
​​Specific Responsibilities of the Director, Fundraising

The Director, Fundraising’s key responsibility is to develop and maintain financial objectives for Let’s Shake the Table, Inc. 

2024 Goals (Draft to be finalized along with 2024 Board by EOY)

• Secure $20,000 in revenue (donations, sponsorships, grants, etc.)

• Update and maintain 2024 sponsorship packet

• Update and maintain  3-year fundraising strategy, as necessary

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General Board Responsibilities

Mission

Empower Black, Charlotte-based women to shake the table in the communication space through perspective, experience and advocacy.

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As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for:

• carrying out the mission and purposes of the organization
• strategic and organizational planning
• ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
• fundraising and resource development
• approving and monitoring the organization’s programs and services
• enhancing the organization’s public image
• assessing its own performance as the governing body of the organization

All board members are expected to contribute 12 hours/month for the duration of their position. Responsibilities have been divided accordingly.

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Expectations of all Board Members

Each individual board member is expected to:

• know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs
• faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements
• serve as active advocates for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission
• leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve the organization’s mission
• help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy
• prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings
• be reachable within 48 business hours (unless reasonable, prior notice is given)
• follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and board resolutions
• maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of the organization
• support social and digital efforts by creating, publishing and engaging with content