Perhaps one of the most rewarding ways to contribute your time and abilities is to join the AALAS Foundation Board of Directors.

What are the responsibilities of a Foundation board member?

Board members work together under direction of the Chair to carry out the mission of the AALAS Foundation. Board members attend all meetings and participate in discussions via email and phone to:

• Develop, implement and update annual and long-range plans for the AALAS Foundation.
• Establish and support organizational, operational, funding and financial policies.
• Secure adequate funds for AALAS Foundation operations and for its continued development.
• Control and monitor finances and revenue-generating operations.

How are AALAS Foundation Directors-at-Large appointed?

Existing AALAS Foundation Board members choose candidates from the list of qualified applicants to be Directors-at-Large. New board members take office at the end of the AALAS National Meeting.

What are the terms of appointment?

AALAS Foundation Directors-at-Large serve a three-year term. To ensure continuity, board members' terms are staggered so that approximately one-third of the membership rotates off each year, and an equal number of new members are appointed. In 2015, three individuals will be elected to serve terms of three years.

What meetings will I have to attend?

The AALAS Foundation Board has a mid-year meeting in May or June and an annual meeting at the AALAS National Meeting, plus three or four teleconferences throughout the year. Members are also expected to serve on one or more standing or special subcommittees, all of which meet via teleconference two to three times per year. The AALAS Foundation Board of Directors does not reimburse travel, but travel expenses are calculated as an in-kind donation to the Foundation.

How do I apply to serve on the Foundation Board of Directors?

If you are interested in becoming an AALAS Foundation Board member, please send a resume and/or CV and a brief statement of your goals as an AALAS Foundation Director-at-Large by June 15 to foundation@aalas.org.