Board Position type

Development Circle Member

Desired skills, perspectives, experiences, and characteristics of new board members

Central Virginia Community Justice (CVCJ) is seeking new members to join the Development Circle to enhance and support fundraising. This is a voluntary position. We are especially looking for individuals with experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or development strategy.

Responsibilities:
1) Assist development manager in developing fundraising plan
2) Plan and execute events that help raise funds for CVCJ
3) Support with cultivating private donors
4) Support with grants

-1 year
-no term limit
-whole circle check in about membership of each member after each year

Annual Time Commitment (including committee meetings, special events, work outside the board, etc.)

Development Circle members are responsible for meeting 1x per month for 1 hour. In addition, members will participate in events, and participate in any additional planning required. ~25 hours annually.

Is a minimum financial contribution required?

No

Prior Board experience preferred?

Yes

Does the Board have term limits?

No

Additional Information

The position opening is for an Advisory Council rather than a Board of Directors because Central Virginia Community Justice (CVCJ) operates under a fiscal sponsor structure.

Mission: CVCJ provides a brave space for those involved in harm to lead their own accountability and healing. We facilitate restorative conferences to divert cases away from the criminal system, as well as to repair harms outside of the system. Through dialogue, those impacted by harm have voice and agency to address their needs, and those responsible for harm can take accountability through actions and acknowledgement.
At CVCJ, our work is grounded in the following values::
Dignity: We treat everyone with innate respect, offering kindness, curiosity, and voice to all involved.
Honesty: We value transparency and truth-telling as the foundation for healing and growth.
Interconnection: We recognize that our experiences are linked and build trust through collaboration and community.
Action: We believe in turning dialogue into meaningful change and being accountable through our actions.
Healing: We create safe spaces for repair, growth, and transformation for all participants.

CVCJ is an equal opportunity employer. We co-create a culture of inclusion for all staff that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team. Our commitment to diverse employees who reflect the experiences and identities of those affected by harm is central to our mission and to our impact. Criminal history is not a barrier to employment. We know that different perspectives help generate better ideas for safety and healing in our community.

Does The Organization have Directors & Officer's insurance?

Yes