Alaska Board Match is an online match tool created to help nonprofits establish more diverse, inclusive and welcoming board rooms. This site also assists in pairing Alaskans ready to serve local nonprofits in need of the right board members at the right time.
How it Works
Step 1
Create an account
Step 2
Post profile / vacancy
Step 3
Wait for profile / vacancy approval
Step 4
Browse individuals / organizations
Step 5
Request contact
Step 6
Connect and match
Why it Matters
Only 28% of boards place a high priority on “membership within the community served” as part of board recruitment.
Only 32% of boards place a high priority on “knowledge of the community served” as part of board recruitment.
67% of executives report that not enough time is spent by the board on building relationships within the Community that help support and inform the organization’s work.
“Board diversity is crucial. It helps to amplify voices within our communities.”
Dr. Jillian Woodruff
MD
“Board service is important because it exercises volunteerism at a high level. It also gives the board member exposure to different corporate styles.”
RC Woodson
Sr VP & CIO, BBNC
“Board service is a wonderful access point for community buy in; a chance to embrace leadership by dismissing the ego and listening to the stories of those you serve.”
