The Arc of Hanover Board Application Form

The Arc of Hanover is currently seeking candidates for our Board of Directors!

Who we are:

The Arc of Hanover has been serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families since 1974. The Arc of Hanover is a grassroots non-profit organization started by families and concerned citizens. The Arc has grown and changed through the years to meet the needs of individuals and their families. The Arc of Hanover is one of nearly 700 Arc chapters nationally. We provide direct services to Hanover County residents and assist many in the neighboring localities with information and referral. The Arc of Hanover advocates for the inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all aspects of community living. We educate elected officials and the public about the needs of children and adults with disabilities.

The Arc of Hanover is managed by a volunteer, working Board of Directors. The Arc of Hanover receives no governmental funding and is dependent on donors, fundraising events, and private grants. The Arc of Hanover opened The Arc of Hanover Thrift Store in April of 2021. Funding generated through the Thrift Store is used to support the programs and operations of The Arc of Hanover and, at times, as approved by The Arc of Hanover Board of Directors, in support of other community organizations.

Who we are seeking:

We are seeking candidates to fill vacancies on our Board of Directors and seeking to maintain an active list of potential nominees in the case of unexpected vacancies or Board expansion. We are looking for members with diverse backgrounds and ethnicities and from all regions of the area, with a common interest in the civil rights and well-being of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We maintain voting positions for self-advocates with intellectual and developmental disabilities on our Board.

Time Commitments/Responsibilities:

Board members are expected to attend all Board meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday of each month. They are also encouraged to attend as many events sponsored by The Arc of Hanover as their schedules permit. Each Board member will give meaningful service on a committee of the Board -- placement of an applicant determined through a discussion with the Board President about strengths and desires. Most successful Board members spend 2-10 hours per week in service. Our Board culture anticipates that Board members also financially support The Arc of Hanover at the level comfortable for them, which can include service in fundraising activities.

What you can expect:

We are a volunteer Board that serves for no pay. You will learn about vital issues affecting the quality of life and services for Virginians and, specifically, Hanoverians, with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We endeavor to increase our program and advocacy opportunities to better serve all of our citizens in Hanover County. You can expect to serve on a committee or workgroup at all times when you are on the Board, although that may not be the same committee or workgroup through your term, which is 2 years in length. This is an opportunity to use your current skills and acquire new ones.

To learn more about The Arc of Hanover and our efforts please visit our website.

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Name (first, last): *
Phone #: *
Street Address: *
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Zip code: *
Current Position / Employer: *
How would you describe yourself? Please check all that apply *
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If you are a family member of someone with an intellectual or developmental disability, please share your relationship (mother, brother, etc.) and the age of your family member:
If you are a professional in the field of intellectual or developmental disabilities, please share your discipline, position, or other descriptive information:
Why are you interested in serving on the Board of The Arc of Hanover? What motivates you to serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities?  *
Please list prior experience serving as a Board member for other non-profit or for-profit organizations. *
What other volunteer commitments do you have? *
The Arc of Hanover meets on the Third Tuesday of each Month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings last 1 hour, unless an executive session is required. Can you commit to attending at least 9 meetings (of the total of 12) per year? (Sometimes with multiple member conflicts we shift a bit to accommodate.)  *
Our Board is a working Board, meaning many of the professional functions of the organization are handled by Board members. Expectations of Board members for the Arc of Hanover include: 
1. Serve as Board Liaison or Lead on a Committee. 
2. Give on average between 2 and 10 hours per week to The Arc. 
3. Help fundraise, donate, support fundraising events, or engage with the logistics for fundraising events for the Arc of Hanover. 
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Please describe your background, relevant experience, and any areas of expertise such as advocacy, fundraising, marketing, membership, accounting, legal, financial, insurance, non-profit governance, etc. You may attach/link your resume if you wish. *
In what areas would you like to serve? Check all that apply.  *
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Please provide the information of three unrelated people who know your qualifications. Include their name, relationship, email, and phone #:
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Are you comfortable using or willing to learn to use technology like Gmail, Google Drive, etc.? 
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Please share any additional information you would like that will help us understand how we can work best together. 
Do you agree to a 45-minute virtual, phone, or in-person meeting to discuss your application?  *
Thank you so very much for your application. A representative from the Board of The Arc of Hanover will contact you.

If you have questions, reach out to Board President Katrina VanHuss at katrina@thearcofhanover.org. 

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