Website Put Children First
When parents separate, children should not
Board Director (Volunteer)
About Us
Put Children First is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to safeguarding the emotional and psychological well-being of children impacted by parental separation and divorce. The organization supports equal shared parenting, cooperative co-parenting, and research-based advocacy to ensure that children maintain meaningful and healthy relationships with both parents whenever it is safe and appropriate. Through education, outreach, and strategic partnerships, the organization creates initiatives that empower families and promote child centered solutions.
The organization operates through a collaborative leadership model involving directors, board members, and volunteers who work together to provide programs, research, and community support. This leadership structure ensures a strong foundation for developing initiatives that support mental health, academic success, and emotional stability for children. Through ongoing partnerships and public engagement, the organization is committed to creating environments where children thrive.
Number of Opening: 7
Status: Unpaid Volunteer
Commitment: Approximately 4-10 hours per month
Term: 2 years
About the Role
Put Children First is seeking dedicated individuals to serve on our Board of Directors. This is an opportunity to contribute your experience, insight, and leadership to a growing national organization focused on ensuring that children remain at the center of decisions during family transition.
Board Directors provide strategic guidance, support organizational growth, help strengthen partnerships, and ensure the organization remains aligned with its mission and values.
We are particularly interested in individuals with backgrounds in education, social services, mental health, law, public policy, healthcare, business, communications, finance, or community leadership.
Responsibilities
- Attend quarterly board meetings
- Contribute to strategic planning and organizational development
- Support fundraising and partnership initiatives
- Act as an ambassador for the organization
- Provide expertise and guidance within your area of experience
- Uphold the mission, values, and governance standards of Put Children First
Ideal Qualifications
- Commitment to children’s wellbeing
- Leadership or professional experience in any sector
- Ability to think strategically
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Passion for strengthening families and communities
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
To apply for this job email your details to volunteer@putchildrenfirst.ca
