Board of Directors Application 2026

First name

Last name

Email

Phone

Address ( Please include state)

Pronouns

Best method to contact you

Email

Phone

Due to the nature of Because Organization's work. All key personnel and Board of Directors must submit to a background check. Are you willing to comply and participate in a background check? By checking this box will indicate you agree.

The majority of the Board of Directors Communication and work will be conducted remotely. Are you comfortable operating remotely? By checking this box you agree you are comfortable working remotely.

Please identify at least two references we can speak with. Name, Relationship, Best Contact (Phone or Email)

Current Occupation

Company name

Employer name and Email or Phone Number

How many years of work experience do you have as a Board of Directors member?

Please share any past or present memberships and volunteer experience. Boards, committees, task forces in the public sector (business, civic, community, religious, political, professional, recreational or social) Organization/ Role/Title Date of Service

Send your resume to because@becauseorganization.org.

I will be sending document(s) to Because

I will NOT be sending supporting documents

Why are you interested in serving on our board? What about our mission or work inspires you to lead and advocate for Because Organization over other opportunities?

A strong board needs diverse perspectives, strengths, and personalities to govern effectively. Which traits do you bring that will strengthen our board’s ability to lead and collaborate? (Check all that apply.)

How informed are you on the topic of Human Trafficking?

Not at all informed

A little informed

Informed

Very informed

Do you have experience working with Human Trafficking Survivors?

Yes

No

What do you see as 1-2 challenges and 1-2 opportunities for us in the next few years?

Board service requires 15–20 hours/month, including meetings, events, and check-ins. Do you foresee any conflicts with this commitment? If so, how do you plan to manage your time to meet expectations?

Board members are expected to give or raise at least $1,000 within the first 30 days of joining. You’ll also help connect others to our work. How comfortable are you with this fundraising and giving expectation?

Do you have any foundational or immediate questions for us?