Because the Board of Directors plays such an important role in the organization, stringent standards in the search for board members is applied,
Individuals who:
a. Have the capacity and willing to raise funds for the organization.
b. Can bring a variety of skills, experience, and diversity to the organization.
c. Have backgrounds and contacts that differ from--but complement–those of the other directors. This diversity is vital to maintaining a “balanced” board composition.
d. Have concern for the organization’s development, and are willing to learn about the substantive program area of the organization.
e. Are prepared to set aside any potential conflict between their personal or individual business interests to support the well-being of the organization.
f. Have a developed sense of values and personal integrity.
g. Are sensitive to and tolerant of views and opinions different from their own.
h. Are friendly, responsive, and patient, and have a sense of humor.
i. Work well with individuals and groups.
j. Can listen, analyze, and think clearly and creatively.
k. Are not hesitant to ask questions.
l. Are willing to prepare for and attend board and committee meetings.
m. Will take responsibility and follow through on assignments.
n. Are willing to contribute personal and financial resources to the organization, and to cultivate and solicit outside funds.
o. Can open doors in the community.
p. Can recruit board members and other volunteers.
q. Are willing to develop skills they need in order to be effective board members (for example, the ability to read and understand financial statements).

1. The Board is responsible for overall policy and direction of the Executives, Operation committee, The Community  Advisory Council, and delegates responsibility for day-to-day operations to the Council Director and committees.

2. The Board may have up to 15 and not fewer than 5 members at any time. The board receives no compensation other than reasonable expenses.

3. Determine the organization’s mission and purpose: It is the board’s responsibility to create a statement of mission and purpose, and to review it periodically for accuracy and validity. This statement should set out the organization’s goals, means, and primary constituents served. Each board member should fully understand and support it.

4. Select the organization’s officers: Appoint, review, and (if necessary) dismiss that individual. The board must also ensure that the officers, who has responsibility for the administration of the organization, receives the moral and professional support he or she needs to further the organization’s goals.

5. Ensure effective organization planning: As steward of the organization, the board must actively participate with the Committee members in an overall planning process, and assist in implementing the plan’s goals. The board should help management to develop business plans, policy objectives, business strategies, and priorities.

6. Ensure adequate resources. Provide adequate resources for the organization to fulfill its mission. The board should work in partnership with the chief executive and development staff to raise funds from the community.

7. Manage resources effectively: In order to remain accountable to its donors and the public, and to safeguard its tax-exempt status, must assist in developing the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place.

8. Determine, monitor, and strengthen the organization's programs and services: The board's role in this area is to determine which programs are the most consistent with an organization's mission, and to monitor their effectiveness. By constantly reviewing the organization’s work, the board ensures the organization’s capacity to carry out its programs.

9. Enhance the organization’s public standing: The board is the organization’s primary link to the community. Clearly articulating the organization’s mission, accomplishments, and goals to the public, as well as garnering support from members of the community, are important elements of a comprehensive public relations strategy.

10. Ensure legal and ethical integrity and maintain accountability: The board is ultimately responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards and ethical norms. The board must establish pertinent policies and procedures (e.g., personnel policies, grievance procedures), and adhere to provisions of the organization's bylaws and articles of incorporation.

11. Recruit and orient new board members, and assess board performance: The board must select new board members and orient them to their responsibilities, and the organization's history, needs, and challenges. By evaluating its performance, the board can recognize its achievements and determine which areas need to be improved. As the organization grows and improves, the governing board must also evolve to meet changing needs and circumstances

12. Board members have no individual authority separate of the board.

13. Board members are expected to support decisions of the board, regardless of personal desires and/or opinions.