Board of Directors Application

It is important to note that the Agency's vital community services can only be accomplished through the funding from individuals and other agencies. In this regard, our Board Members are expected to financially support, to the best of their ability, the JFS Orlando Annual Campaign, and encouraged to support the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando and the Heart of Florida United Way. Board members are required to adhere to the Give or Get policy.

Membership on the Board of Directors shall consist of elected Officers and elected Board Members. To server as a Board Member, the following requirements must be met:

1. Attend substantially all meetings of the Board. Three or more consecutive absences will subject the Director to removal. Meetings are held bi-monthly.
2. Familiarize themselves with Board policies and activities.
3. Serve on at least one program and one fundraising committee.
4. Attend Agency events.
5. Attain JFS Orlando Board approved "Give or Get" policy requirements – $1,800.00 (per year), including a personal annual gift of at least $500.00.
6. Represent JFS Orlando by participating in community activities.
7. Help secure new Board and Committee members.