Closing Date

03/01/2027

Current Position Description

Board of Directors

Juneau Alaska Music Matters (JAMM) is a tuition-free music program, which uses the power of music and the social experience of ensemble to help youth reach their fullest potential. With both during and after-school programming, JAMM serves over 500 students across three elementary schools and one secondary school within the Juneau School District.

JAMM is both a school-readiness and positive youth development model where children develop key skills for life and are encouraged to contribute positively to their community through music, ensemble and leadership.

Role and responsibilities:

1. Define and oversee the mission of Juneau Alaska Music Matters and keep it relevant to the needs of our community
2. Approve programs and service and monitor their effectiveness
3. Provide strategic guidance to the organization and the executive director
4. Ensure financial solvency and help raise resources
5. Select, support and evaluate the executive director
6. Ensure continuous board improvement

As a member of the board, I commit to:

• Attending at least 8 board meetings per year
• Participating in the board’s annual retreat
• Serving on one board committee 
• Making an annual financial gift that is meaningful and significant
• Holding this organization to a high standard of performance and actively helping to make this a world class organization
• Understanding my roles and responsibilities and becoming sufficiently knowledgeable about Juneau Alaska Music Matters and its operations to make informed decisions
• Reading the materials sent to the board and coming prepared to board and committee meetings
• Arriving at meeting on time and staying for the full agenda unless I have otherwise notified the board or committee chair
• Asking for clarification on any matters or material that I do not understand before making a decision
• Listening carefully to other board members and staff with an open mind and an objective perspective
• Actively working towards those decisions and solutions that are in the organization’s best interests
• Respecting the confidentiality of the board’s business.

Position Type

Board of Directors: Voluntary, legal governing body of a nonprofit.

Current areas of focus for board recruitment

Other areas of focus

Mission / Core Purpose / Core Values

JAMM is a tuition-free music program, which uses the power of music and the social experience of ensemble to help youth reach their fullest potential. With both during and after-school programming, JAMM serves over 500 students across three elementary schools and one secondary school within the Juneau School District.

JAMM is both a school-readiness and positive youth development model where children develop key skills for life and are encouraged to contribute positively to their community through music, ensemble and leadership.

Briefly describe your board culture.

JAMM’s board culture is welcoming, respectful, and open to new perspectives. Board members engage in thoughtful discussion and care deeply about the organization’s mission of providing free, high-quality music education to Juneau youth. The board values listening, learning, and creating space for different viewpoints while supporting the long-term health of the program and the students it serves.

Why is board diversity important to this organization?

JAMM serves students from across Juneau’s schools and strives to reflect the diversity of the community it serves. A diverse board brings broader perspectives, stronger community relationships, and more informed decision-making. Because JAMM is committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive programming, including partnerships with Indigenous communities, so it is important that board leadership reflects a range of backgrounds, experiences, and voices. Diversity helps ensure the program remains accessible, relevant, and responsive to the needs of the students and families it supports.

Board Meeting Location

Online meeting optional?

Number of board meetings / year including retreats

Average hours per month?

Are there term limits?

Board terms (years)

What is the total length of time of potential service?

Primary language spoken in board room.

Please describe any giving and/or fundraising expectations of your board members.

Are travel expenses related to board service reimbursed? If so explain.

Address

PO Box 34205
Juneau AK 99803
Website: https://www.juneaumusicmatters.com/Website

Organization Info

EIN: 46-2843219
Year of Incorporation: 2013
Location: Southeast
Focus: Arts & Culture
Operating Budget: $100k-$500k
Number of Staff: 7.0
Number of Board Members: 6
Guidestar page: https://app.candid.org/profile/9359059/juneau-alaska-music-matters-46-2843219

Contacts

Primary Contact for Board Recruitment:
Catherine Wilkins (She/her)

Executive Director:
Sandy Fortier (She/her)