Casa Vegana (CV) is seeking board members who are enthusiastic about our current projects and have ideas for expanding our services. Casa Vegana is a grassroots nonprofit. Board engagement is critical, on the ground and/or as a trusted and significant source of strategic management and leadership. We ask our board members to actively participate in program development and implementation and provide clear mission-based leadership.

As a unit, the board is responsible for:

• Overseeing and regularly assessing CV’s programs and executive team.

• Developing and implementing CV’s strategic plan and ensuring programs and projects align with the organization’s goals and vision.

• Reviewing key metrics and performance indicators collected by the team to ensure we effectively carry out the mission.

• Coming prepared to board meetings. This entails regular attendance, reading board agendas and supporting materials, and approving board minutes. Board meetings are held monthly and online.

• Approving CV’s annual budget and taking fiduciary responsibility. We want you to understand CV finances and legal requirements and ask questions when needed.

• Identifying and recruiting other board members and volunteers. We want you to take an active role in growing our team.

• Ensuring CV’s commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects our values and the community we serve. CV values leading with compassion and sincerity, respect, and kindness. We strive to be equitable in our work, act as responsible stewards, and honor our traditions and culture while releasing those that no longer support serve us, the planet, and animals.

• Representing CV to stakeholders and acting as an ambassador for the organization. We are looking for board members excited to share their positive experiences with veganism and with their community.

As President of the Board of Directors for Casa Vegana, you will play an essential role in guiding the strategic direction of our organization and advocating for veganism in Puerto Rico. Your role will involve overseeing daily operations, closely collaborating with other members of the Board of Directors and to ensure the effectiveness of our programs and services. Additionally, you'll represent Casa Vegana at both public and private events, fostering relationships to strengthen our presence and reach.

We are seeking someone with a strong passion for veganism, solid leadership experience, and the ability to inspire and motivate others. As the public face of Casa Vegana, the President of the Board of Directors will embody our values and will be a visible advocate for veganism in Puerto Rico. This role is a unique opportunity to make a real impact in our community and help change lives for the better.

Board members should consider CV a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. We ask board members to give an amount that is significant to them. This allows our team to solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals credibly.

CV expects 100 percent of board members to make an annual contribution or raise a minimum of $1,500 each year.

Other than a commitment to veganism, there are none! We want to provide this opportunity to individuals passionate about Casa Vegana’s mission. We want you to understand what the CV team does, why we do it, and bring your best to helping us reach our goals.

As a potential board member, you could have achieved leadership or sought growth opportunities in the business, government, philanthropy, or nonprofit sector. You could be a fantastic educator or love fundraising or event planning. You can be very engaged in the broader vegan and animal advocacy community and share your relationships and knowledge with us, or you could be great at cultivating and maintaining strong relationships among diverse individuals and groups!

We have identified some specific skills and characteristics we are looking for in board members. However, these are not required, and we encourage you to apply if you do not identify with any of these.

• Demonstrated leadership success in government, business, or the nonprofit sector.

• An understanding of CV’s current or potential beneficiaries, partners, or funders.

• Recognized leadership within the Puerto Rico community.

• Accounting or financial experience.

• Legal expertise.

• Knowledge of land use and facilities management.

• Experience working with state, federal, or municipal government.