Board of Directors Application

Welcome to the National Board Member Application Process

Our mission is to inspire creative reuse and environmentally sustainable behavior by providing educational programs and affordable materials to communities.

Because creative expression shouldn't break the bank or the environment

A bit of history

SCRAP was founded in Portland, Oregon in 1998. A group of teachers couldn’t bear to throw away usable art materials and supplies left over from school projects. Instead, they transported these materials to A Teacher’s Space, a resource center for educators in the Portland area. Other teachers began bringing in materials that they no longer needed in their classrooms, and the idea caught on like wildfire.

In 1999, SCRAP achieved 501(c)(3) nonprofit status – and with the help of a sizeable grant from the Department of Environmental Quality – SCRAP was born.

SCRAP now has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; Baltimore, Maryland; Portland, Oregon; and Richmond, Virginia.

Board of Directors - Member Job Descriptions

NATIONAL BOARD MEMBER APPLICATION

Are you passionate about the intersection of sustainability, creativity and your community? If so, we are the organization for you. SCRAP Creative Reuse is moving from surviving to thriving as a nonprofit and we are actively recruiting board members who can support the forward momentum of the organization. Listed below are the skills that SCRAP highly desires in applicants, however passion and dedication are just as important! Local community advocates are encouraged to apply, although you may reside anywhere in the contiguous United States.

Retail Operations
Retail Merchandising (Portland, OR)
Product Design, Making and/or Teaching
Retail and Digital Marketing
Human Resources
Legal
Accounting
Fundraising and/or Corporate Sponsorships
University advocates (Ann Arbor, MI and Portland, OR)

APPLICATIONS OPEN FEBRUARY 1, 2023 AND CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 28, 2023.

Name:

Primary Phone:

Address:

Primary Email:

Are you currently serving on a board of directors?:

If so, what organization?:

Do you live near a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center?:

If Yes, Which SCRAP Creative Reuse Canter do you live near?:

Why are you interested in joining the SCRAP Creative Reuse Board of Directors?:

Have you ever volunteered at one of our locations?:

If so, in what capacity?:

Relevant experience and skills (please attach a current resume. Please make sure the file name does NOT include anything other than letters or numbers):

There are specific areas where board members are needed. Please check any that you have expertise in.
Marketing
Fundraising
Retail Management
Human Resources
Legal
Accounting
Operations
Fundraising
Student or Profession Associated with a University

Do you have the ability to join meetings remotely by phone and/or video?:

Do you have the flexibility for self-funded travel?:


Where did you hear about this opportunity?:


Board participation requires at least 10 hours of volunteer hours a month and a two year commitment.
After you submit this form we will reach out to you to schedule an informal interview with two board members.

Make a Difference

We count on your generosity as an individual, foundation, corporate sponsor, or partner.
How it works: You feel the creative, environmental, and educational love from SCRAP. You return the love by adding to our resources so we can share with others. It becomes a circle of love that keeps giving – to you, to us, and to the entire community.

SCRAP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Federal Tax ID 93-1270807.
Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

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