Board of Directors Application s2

Board of Directors Application The Women’s Enterprise Foundation’s mission is to support and inspire women entrepreneurs with scholarships and grants that enable them to further their education, leadership skills and opportunities to succeed.

The WEF Board of Directors meets monthly on the first Wednesday between 11:00 am – 1:00pm. Our success depends on the commitment of our Board of Directors. Each Board Member is responsible for attending all Board meetings, WEF sponsored events and for fundraising on behalf of the Foundation. If you are interested in serving on the 2009-2010 Board term, please complete the application sections below and return to WEF by May 31, 2009.

Name: ______Date: ______

Company: ______Title: ______

Address: ______City: ______, AZ ______

Phone: ______Fax: ______Email: ______

I have read and understand the expectations of serving on the WEF Board of Directors.

______Signature Date

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How did you learn about WEF?

Please return completed applications to Women’s Enterprise Foundation, 6340 South Rural Rd. #118-137, Tempe, AZ 85283 or via email to [email protected] Why do you feel it is important to support women business owners?

What do you hope to gain as a result of a Board term with WEF? [In other words, what can WEF do for you?]

What expertise or experience can/will you bring to WEF?

What activities would you like to be involved with during your term? (i.e. grant solicitation, fundraising, event planning, treasurer, secretary, etc)

Board members are expected to donate annually to WEF throughout the year. Please select your personal (or company) giving level.

$250 - $500 $501 - $1,000 $1,001 – above $5000 - above

Board members are expected to raise funds for WEF and WEF sponsored events throughout the year. Please select your fundraising capabilities (outside of personal contributions).

$250 - $500 $501 - $1,000 $1001 - $5000 $5000 – above

What other Boards or Committees are you currently serving? Will you be serving during the WEF Board term you are applying for?

Please return completed applications to Women’s Enterprise Foundation, 6340 South Rural Rd. #118-137, Tempe, AZ 85283 or via email to [email protected] Please list any past Board and volunteer organizations you have supported in the past 10 years, include leadership positions where applicable.

What are some lessons-learned, advice or negative experiences that you have encountered while serving on other non-profit Boards? How can you use those experiences to benefit WEF?

Please return completed applications to Women’s Enterprise Foundation, 6340 South Rural Rd. #118-137, Tempe, AZ 85283 or via email to [email protected]