Volunteer Opportunities and Board Positions
We list volunteer opportunities and open board positions in the Kansas City region. Browse the list to find nonprofit organizations in need of individual and group volunteers, as well as skilled board members.
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Vice Chair
About The Dogwood House
The Dogwood House is a faith-based nonprofit in the Kansas City metro focused on providing transitional housing and independent living support for women rebuilding their lives after trafficking, exploitation, and trauma.
Our mission is to create a safe, dignified place where women can continue moving forward after completing long-term recovery programs — bridging the gap between recovery and full independence.
We are currently building a strong founding Board of Directors composed of experienced, mission-driven leaders who are passionate about restoration, strategic growth, and sustainable impact.
Position Overview
The Vice Chair serves as a key leadership partner to the Board Chair and Executive Director, helping support governance, strategic planning, and board development.
As a founding board leader, the Vice Chair will help establish the leadership culture, organizational structure, and long-term foundation of the organization.
This role is ideal for a collaborative and mission-driven leader who is passionate about helping shape a growing nonprofit focused on restoration and long-term stability.
Responsibilities
- Support the Board Chair in board leadership and governance
- Assist with strategic planning and organizational development
- Help facilitate board meetings and committee coordination
- Support board recruitment and engagement
- Encourage fundraising involvement and community partnerships
- Step into Board Chair responsibilities when needed
- Promote accountability and strong governance practices
Ideal Experience
Preferred candidates may have experience in:
- Nonprofit leadership or board service
- Executive or operational leadership
- Strategic planning and organizational development
- Fundraising or community engagement
- Collaborative leadership and team building
Prior board experience is strongly preferred.
Expectations
Board members are expected to:
- Attend regular board meetings
- Serve as active ambassadors for the organization
- Participate in fundraising and strategic growth efforts
- Make an annual personal financial contribution
- Support the mission and values of The Dogwood House
Mission & Values
The Dogwood House is rooted in dignity, restoration, accountability, and hope. We believe long-term stability changes futures and helps break cycles of vulnerability within our community.
This Volunteer Opportunity is promoted by Nonprofit Connect.
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