Needs From: United Way of Broome County

Impact Council Members will assist United Way of Broome County in supporting the Strategic Community Grants Program. Impact Council Members will work with United Way of Broome County staff to review applications and recommend which applicants will receive funding to address barriers to Health Communities, Youth Opportunity, and Financial Security.

Impact Councils meet approximately 3 times between February and April each year. Meetings typically take place during regular business hours.

The goals of each area of the grant program are as follows:

Healthy Communities: Improving health and wellbeing for all.

Long-Term Outcomes:

Reduce the rate of potentially preventable hospitalizationsReduce the percentage of adults reporting 14 or more days of poor mental health per month Reduce the rate of indicated reports of child abuse

Youth Opportunity: Helping young people realize their full potential.

Long-Term Outcomes:

Increase the percentage of children enrolled in early childcareDecrease the chronic absenteeism rate among elementary, middle, and high school studentsIncrease post-secondary preparedness by increasing the post-secondary enrollment rate and the percentage of each graduating class with a CDOS or CTE diploma.

Financial Stability: Creating a stronger financial future for every generation.

Long-Term Outcomes:

Reduce the percentage of the population living below the ALICE threshold Reduce the percentage of renter-occupied units in which gross rent is 30% or more of household incomeReduce the percentage of the population who lacks adequate access to food

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Attending an Impact Council orientation once per funding yearReviewing grant proposalsMaking recommendations on what programs best align with the Strategic Priorities Grants ProgramRecommending funding amounts for selected programsAttending at least 50% of review meetings, annuallyAttending at least two program site visits, annuallyServing a two-year termCommitting to 20-30 hours of service per year

QUALIFICATIONS

Membership is open to individuals who fit one or more of the following criteria:

Has a background in grant evaluation/reviewHas an area of expertise in one of the areas of Financial Security, Healthy Communities, and Youth OpportunitiesDemonstrates passion for United Way of Broome County’s areas of focus

This position plays a critical role in the Community Investment Process of the United Way of Broome County (UWBC).  The primary role of the UWBC Capacity Building Committee Member is to ensure the effective implementation of community-based programs & projects designed to strengthen the capacity of local nonprofits to address the ever-evolving challenges and opportunities facing our community.  The Capacity Building Committee Member is responsible for working in partnership with UWBC staff and community stakeholders to review, recommend funding to, and monitor a range of projects & programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in training and orientation meetings Become familiar with UWBC’s Strategic Priorities and Collective Impact Initiatives Complete an online individual review of grant applications Attend and participate in Capacity Building Committee meetings Help determine recommendations (with accompanying rationale) regarding the investment for each project & program the Capacity Building Committee decides to fund Provide feedback to UWBC staff regarding the investment process

QUALIFICATIONS

A genuine concern for people and their well-being A high degree of confidentiality An interest in strengthening the capacity of the nonprofit sector in Broome County Ability to function as part of a team Good analytical and decision-making skills

TERM

Three-Year Term, individuals may serve no more than two consecutive terms.

TIME COMMITMENT

Approximately 6 meetings throughout the year, with additional meetings as necessary