Board Directors
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | West Broadway Youth Outreach |
| Address: | 646 Portage Avenue Winnipeg MB R3C 0G6 |
| Website: | http://www.westbroadwayyouthoutreach.com |
| Organizational Description: | WBYO is a drop-in recreational & life skills program for youth aged 4-12 in the West Broadway area & beyond. We provide year round, free after-school & summer programming in a safe, fun and nurturing environment. WBYO ensures that local children have opportunities to learn and grow in an atmosphere where their basic emotional, social and educational needs are met and supported by positive role models. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5750 |
| Description of Duties: | Serve on the Board of Directors, contributing to nonprofit governance and strategic planning. Participate in fundraising and revenue development initiatives. Assist with financial management oversight. Engage in community advocacy and outreach efforts. Attend monthly Board meetings (12 times per year, in-person and online). Support event attendance and fundraising initiatives. Potentially contribute legal expertise (if applicable). Commit to a 2-year term (approx. 6-8 hours/month). |
| Skills Required: | Experience or interest in nonprofit governance, strategic planning, fundraising, financial management, or community engagement (preferred but not mandatory). Legal expertise is an asset (but not required). Passion for youth development and a collaborative spirit. Willingness to commit 6-8 hours per month (meetings, sub-committees, events). No prior board experience required-open to motivated individuals. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership (board management, policy development, strategic planning). Fundraising and financial oversight skills applicable to nonprofit management, philanthropy, or social enterprise. Community engagement and advocacy experience valuable for social work, public policy, or education. Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals and volunteers. Letter of reference provided for future career or academic applications. Potential career paths: Nonprofit Director, Program Manager, Fundraising Coordinator, Community Advocate, Policy Advisor. |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening , Remote Volunteering , Flexible Hours Willingness to commit 6-8 hours per month (meetings, sub-committees, events). |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - Downtown |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Group - small, family and friends |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Supervision Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | Jul 1, 2025 |
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