Organization Name:

MOKA Corporation

Phone Number:

(800) 644-2434

Organization Mission / Purpose:

Creating opportunities for independence and acceptance in our communities by supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in making choices, building relationships, sharing places, developing skills, enhancing reputations, and contributing back.

Opportunity Available:

Board of Directors

Board / Committee time commitment:

Meetings are held quarterly. October, January, April and July -- in the evenings some are virtual and some are in person. Usually falls on the last Wednesday of the month.

Organization focus area(s):

Government
Health & Wellness
Human Services
Mental Health
Social Services

Skillset desired:

Event Planning
Fundraising
Governance
Human Resources
Marketing / PR
Organizational Management
Strategic Planning

Additional attributes desired:

Compassionate and committed to the value of inclusion.

Additional requirements:

Participate in community events and other opportunities to connect within MOKA

Are there giving and/or fundraising expectations for this position?

No

Briefly describe your process and timeline for adding new members:

Those interested in joining the board can learn more by connecting with executive director, Tracey Hamlet, and other board members. Assuming there is mutual interest, the prospective member applies to the board and if the references and vetting checks out, they will be a board member by the next quarterly meeting based on board vote.

What are the next steps for interested individuals?

Apply to the Board - complete an application
Interview with a sub group of the Board of Directors.
Vetting/References.
Board vote in favor of membership at next quarterly meeting.

Any additional information about the organization / community you would like prospects to know?

Our organization is committed to inclusion in the community for people with disabilities.