Join the Board

Dakota OutRight wants you!

Join a diverse group of deeply committed leaders who have big plans and need you to make them happen.

We welcome members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, including allies, to take their community leadership to the next level. Although everyone brings specific talents to the table, we are especially interested to recruit members with experience in finance, fund development, and community organizing.

Expectations of Dakota OutRight Board Members

Board of Directors are expected to attend monthly board meetings and Dakota OutRight’s Annual Meeting in November. Monthly board meetings are generally held every 2nd Monday of the month for approximately an hour.

Board members are asked to serve on at least one of Dakota OutRight’s committees (Events, Pride, Outreach, Membership, Advocacy) and may have light tasks for responsibilities between board and committee meetings. Time commitment to the Board may vary depending on a Board Member’s interests and level of involvement in committees, but may average to about 5 hours a month. Board members are also asked to support Dakota OutRight’s sustainability and growth by assisting with volunteer and board member recruitment, fundraising events, and/or making a personal financial gift each year.

Board members are elected to a 2-year term, and are expected to complete their entire term. Executive Committee members (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary) are elected to one-year terms. Our board does not currently have term limits.

We strongly encourage those interested in becoming a board member to attend a board and/or committee meeting or two. Attendance at meetings will allow you to meet our current board members, learn about our work and current projects, and help you decide if you want to make the commitment.