Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm Organization Seeks New Board Members

The Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center, Inc., is looking to expand its current board.

They are seeking additional members with development experience which may include fundraising, grant writing, financial analysis, networking, sponsorship development, and creative skills/thinking abilities. Additional areas of expertise can include legal, real estate, agriculture, academics or public relations. Knowledge of non-profit protocol a plus.

The Friends are seeking potential candidates who have a genuine interest in the organization and are able to exert time and energy to achieve the mission of The Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm.

"Serving on the board of the Friends is not a traditional board experience," Helen Brady said. "We are a young group with many challenges; we are informal, and require a stronger personal involvement than more established boards. Also, The Friends have a unique relationship with the County of Westchester and must work together for the good of Hilltop."

In 2013 through 2015, the group plans to add up to four new board members; the board of directors is an instrumental part in the development of the organization.

Board requirements:

• Board Member must have a genuine interest in Hilltop Hanover Farm's sustainable growth, and demonstrate a sincere commitment to the organization's mission statement: Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center is dedicated to the development and advancement of sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, community education, and accessible food systems for all.

• Each board member must commit to a 2-year term.

• Participate in accessing and acquiring of in-kind and monetary resources, including an annual contribution as means allow.

• Must actively serve on at least one committee of the organization (fundraising and/or program development).

• Attend 75% of all board meetings (video conferencing & conference calls are acceptable).

Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm has six current board members. Becoming a member of the Friends board will provide you with an opportunity to 'Give Back' and make an impact in the community. Once submitted, applications will be reviewed by our present Board of Directors. After an interview, potential candidates will be notified of the board decision within two weeks. 

Interested candidates should contact Helen Brady, Helen@HilltopHanoverFarm.org for more details.