Opportunity Details

ELAP is a nonprofit dedicated to working with people facing domestic violence, housing, financial, healthcare, immigration, and other issues that need a legal solution. ELAP believes that everyone deserves access to legal help. An experience with domestic violence, an unexpected medical bill, unfair eviction, or other life challenge can set people back financially, physically, and psychologically. Yet, people often don’t know how to exercise their legal rights. Legal aid is a tool that can prevent poverty and injustice. Our staff and volunteer lawyers work for free with people facing domestic violence, housing, financial, healthcare, and other problems that need a legal solution.

Role Description
ELAP is seeking applicants to serve on our board of directors. We are a financially stable 501(c)(3) in our 35th year of operation. The ELAP Board works to provide strategic governance for the organization. All Board members serve on a Board committee through which they provide more tactical support of ELAP’s mission, including supporting development efforts, implementing organizational policies, and program development and implementation.

Role Qualifications
We acknowledge that board service is a privilege often limited to individuals who are socially advantaged, based on their gender, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or race. While we value past board experience, we also value a board composition that reflects the clients that ELAP serves and brings specific skill sets or professional expertise to ELAP's work. If you are passionate about our work, interested in investing your time and experience in our organization, and value growth and learning, we encourage all applications, regardless of previous experience.

We are seeking applicants who complement and expand the skills, professional backgrounds, and lived experiences of our existing board members. While finance, public health, marketing, development, and HR expertise are our primary needs currently, we encourage all individuals from traditionally underserved populations to apply.

Service Specifics
Board members commit to the following terms:
* Volunteer for a 3-year term with the possibility of renewal.
* Regularly attend board meetings which happen up to 8 times a year (via Zoom with 2 - 3 in- person meetings each calendar year)
* Serve on and/or chair at least one committee (ex. Governance, Development, Board Recruitment, Attorney Volunteer, Finance).
* Spend an average of 6 to 10 hours a month doing board work: attending regular meetings, participating in committee work, and being an ambassador in the community.
* Assist with fundraising, including sponsorships, ticket sales to annual Breakfast for Justice Fundraiser, and serving as table Captain at Breakfast for Justice (filling at least one table with guests.
* Make a personally meaningful annual donation. Please note that ELAP Board members do not have a minimum "give get" financial responsibility.

Application Details
To apply, please submit an APPLICATION HERE. www.elap.wufoo.com/forms/s1a7fjt31ggfto2/

ELAP reviews each application carefully and will respond within 10 working days to your submission. Thank you for taking time to submit your application and for considering ELAP Board service.

Board Service Description
When it comes to serving on a non-profit board, especially one that operates as a "working board," there are several key expectations for board members. These expectations ensure the organization’s effectiveness, mission alignment, and overall success.
1. Compliance and Legal Standards: Board members must adhere to all legal requirements and regulations applicable to non-profit organizations. This includes understanding their fiduciary duties, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring transparency in financial matters.
2. Regular Board Meeting Attendance: Consistent and prepared participation at board meetings is crucial. Board members must review the board materials prior to each Board meeting, arrive promptly and attend the entire Board meeting, actively engage in discussions, and contribute to decision-making.
3. Commitment to the success of the Breakfast for Justice: Board members actively support ELAP’s largest annual fundraiser, the Breakfast for Justice. Each Board member serves as a table captain (filling at least one table with guests), assists with recruiting sponsors, solicits donations to ELAP through a personal fundraising page and related efforts. In addition, Board members actively support fundraising initiatives by making personal contributions, leveraging their networks, and attending fundraising and donor cultivation events.
4. Committee Involvement: Committees handle specific tasks such as finance, governance, Board recruitment, or program development. To enhance the Board’s overall effectiveness, Board members participate actively in their committees' work. Board members must attend committee meetings consistently, actively engage in discussions, and contribute to decision-making.
5. Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks: Board members use their connections to benefit the organization. Whether it is introducing potential donors, collaborating with other organizations, or securing resources, their networks play a vital role.
6. Conduct: Board members act with honesty and integrity and always act for the good of the organization and the people it serves. They keep confidential information confidential. They work with and respect the opinions of staff members and those who serve on the Board and leave personal prejudices out of all board discussions.

Opportunity Details

We have pro bono programs to fit all schedules, levels of experience, and interests in different areas of law. Areas and opportunities include, but are not limited to: eviction and other landlord-tenant, domestic violence, wills and advanced directives, heir property, expunction, summer associate opportunities, immigration, and family law.

Please visit legalaidnc.org/pro-bono for more information. Complete a sign-up form to be contacted by a member of our pro bono team.

Opportunity Details

Wanna Ignite Change? Be part of the Ignite & Shine Gala Committee!

The Ignite & Shine Gala is our biggest event of the year! It is a tremendous opportunity to drive change and to bring together community members, stakeholders, and new partners who want to establish new pathways, resources, and opportunities for Chicago's youth facing housing insecurity and homelessness.

Members of the Gala Committee use their personal talents and creativity to host an unforgettable event and raise funds for an incredible cause, ending youth homelessness. Ignite the change you want to see in Chicago. Join the Gala Committee—generate connections, secure live auction items, promote ticket sales help Ignite expand its reach, and have fun!

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Last chance to garden with Ignite this season!

Belfort House Gardening Projects

The Ignite Community Garden located on-site at Belfort House provides endless opportunities for volunteers and youth to contribute. Having a garden allows youth to see the benefits of growing food crops and learn how to care for and maintain their outdoor space. Group Gardening Project Tasks - Volunteers will help with seasonal needs including:
1. Weeding and clearing out debris from bushes and plant beds
2. Harvesting vegetables & flowers
3. Watering pots and beds
4. Raking and Digging
5. Cleaning up grounds around the property
6. Picking Apples from our tree!

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Belfort House Gardening Projects

The Ignite Community Garden located on-site at Belfort House provides endless opportunities for volunteers and youth to contribute. Having a garden allows youth to see the benefits of growing food crops and learn how to care for and maintain their outdoor space. Group Gardening Project Tasks - Volunteers will help with seasonal needs including but not limited to:
1. Weeding and clearing out debris from bushes and plant beds
2. Harvesting vegetables & flowers
3. Watering pots and beds
4. Raking and Digging
5. Cleaning up grounds around the property
6. Picking Apples from our tree!

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	15	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Volunteers in this category may be asked to table at an event/resource fair etc; provide food for an event; help set up or take down. This volunteer will support activities and events. April and October are our highest event months

Opportunity Details

We invite you to lend a helping hand in keeping our community in top shape by volunteering for ongoing projects at BeyondHome. With 37 homes to maintain, we rely on the support of generous volunteers like you to ensure our facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for the families we serve.

Our volunteer opportunities are available year-round and range from painting and landscaping to other hands-on projects that don’t require any special skills—just a willingness to help! Whether you can contribute a few hours or an entire day, your efforts will have a direct and lasting impact on the appearance and comfort of our homes and community spaces.

Together, we can create a warm, inviting environment that our residents can be proud to call home.

What’s in it for you?

A chance to make a meaningful difference in your community
A fun, team-oriented experience
Refreshments and snacks will be provided!
Join us in making a tangible impact—your support is vital in maintaining a safe and beautiful environment for families working to rebuild their lives.

Opportunity Details

We are a growing nonprofit organization that is dedicated to empowering historically underserved communities through a variety of impactful programs aimed at enhancing health, social, and economic outcomes. As we continue to expand our reach and scale our programs, we recognize the importance of making informed and strategic decisions in all aspects of our operations. To ensure the long-term sustainability and success of our organization, we are seeking support and expertise in navigating critical technical decisions.

Our organization has seen substantial growth, and with that comes the need to implement scalable systems and operational infrastructure that can support our expanding programs and services. Specifically, we are seeking expert guidance in optimizing our technology platforms, streamlining operations, and ensuring that our technical infrastructure aligns with our mission and goals. This includes advising on software systems, data management, and operational tools that will improve our efficiency and allow us to better serve our clients and community partners.

In addition to technical support, we are actively searching for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) who can bring visionary leadership and operational expertise to our organization. The COO will play a pivotal role in guiding our day-to-day operations, driving organizational effectiveness, and supporting the strategic growth of our programs. This individual will work closely with our leadership team to ensure that our operations are running smoothly, that our programs are being delivered effectively, and that we continue to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

As a growing organization with tremendous scalability potential, we are eager to collaborate with individuals and firms that can provide the expertise we need to make informed technical decisions and find the right COO who can lead us into the next phase of our growth.

Opportunity Details

Better Angels mobilizes compassionate individuals to make a tangible difference in LA County through Neighborhood Resource Days. These events offer individuals experiencing homelessness access to hot meals, showers, medical care, and other essential services. We also bring together service providers to connect attendees with shelter, jobs, medical care, and other resources, fostering long-term community bonds in a safe, inclusive setting.

Participating in our Resource Days helps organizations and their teams build deep connections, demonstrate social responsibility, and engage with diverse communities in a meaningful way. Sponsorships are crucial to our mission, enabling us to provide essential support and expand our impact. Through generous contributions, we can more effectively connect neighbors to critical resources and work towards ending homelessness in LA County.

Opportunity Details

The Sophia Way has two shelters that serve women experiencing homelessness.

We need your help to ensure that our shelters are clean and welcoming!
Bring a group to a shelter for a cleaning party!

We have an outlined list of cleaning tasks from sweeping and mopping to cleaning out pantries and refrigerators. Your team will tackle all corners of the shelter to ensure it looks great for our guests.

All cleaning items will be provided for the cleaning party.

#Give2024

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a