Join the Benilde Hall Board of Directors

Benilde Hall is seeking passionate, community-minded leaders to join our Board of Directors as we continue to grow our impact across Kansas City.

We currently have one immediate opening and anticipate additional opportunities as part of our commitment to thoughtful board development and strong governance.

At Benilde Hall, our mission is to empower individuals to lead their lives confidently by fostering sustained recovery, stable housing, economic self-sufficiency, and improved mental and physical well-being. Each year, we serve hundreds of individuals navigating substance use, mental health challenges, and housing insecurity-helping them rebuild their lives with dignity and support.

About Our Board
Our board is active, engaged, and hands-on. Members serve as strategic partners, supporting organizational direction, strengthening community relationships, and helping ensure long-term sustainability.

Current Priority Areas
We are especially seeking individuals with experience in:

• Human Resources or Organizational Development

• Fundraising, philanthropy, or corporate partnerships

• Marketing, communications, or brand strategy

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for recovery, housing stability, and community impact

• Willingness to actively engage and contribute

• Strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset

• Ability to leverage networks and advocate for Benilde Hall

Board Member Expectations

• Serve a three-year term, with the option to serve up to two consecutive terms

• Attend six board meetings per year and participate in at least one committee

• Actively support fundraising and community engagement efforts

• Make an annual, personally meaningful financial contribution in support of Benilde Hall’s mission

• Serve as an ambassador for Benilde Hall in the community

We value active engagement and are building a board of leaders who contribute their time, expertise, and networks to advance the mission.

If you’re interested in joining the Benilde Hall Board of Directors, please submit a brief statement of interest and resume to Erin Fraser at efraser@mail.benildehall.org.

We welcome the opportunity to connect with prospective board members to explore alignment, answer questions, and discuss opportunities to serve.