Closing Date

06/30/2027

Current Position Description

Member

Mat-Su Services for Children & Adults (MSSCA) is a nonprofit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout the Mat-Su Valley. MSSCA provides early intervention services for children, home and community-based supports for adults, employment services, respite care, and programs that promote independence, inclusion, and self-determination.

MSSCA is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals to serve on its Board of Directors. Board members play a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission, ensuring strong governance, supporting financial sustainability, and advocating for quality services that empower people of all abilities to live meaningful and self-directed lives.

Position Type

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

Current areas of focus for board recruitment

Mission / Core Purpose / Core Values

MSSCA’s mission is to partner with individuals and families, delivering excellent support services, and building community by promoting dignity, respect, independence, and diversity.​ Our Core Values are Teamwork, Excellence, Respect, Choice, and Advocacy.

Briefly describe your board culture.

MSSCA's board culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and focused on serving the best interests of the individuals and families we support. Board members bring diverse perspectives and expertise while working together respectfully to provide strategic leadership, ensure strong governance, and advance our mission. We value integrity, inclusion, accountability, and community engagement, and we encourage active participation, thoughtful discussion, and a shared commitment to MSSCA's Mission and Core Values.

Why is board diversity important to this organization?

Board diversity is important to MSSCA because the individuals and families we serve represent a wide range of experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. A diverse board helps ensure that decisions are informed by different viewpoints, strengthens community connections, and promotes inclusive governance that reflects the needs of the people we support.

Board Meeting Location

Online meeting optional?

Number of board meetings / year including retreats

Average hours per month?

Are there term limits?

Board terms (years)

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.

Is there any additional information you would like prospective board members to know?

Address

1225 W Spruce Ave.
Wasilla AK 99654
Website: https://www.mssca.org/Website

Organization Info

EIN: 920107450
Year of Incorporation: 1985
Location: Matanuska - Susitna Valley
Focus: Health
Operating Budget: Over $5 Million
Number of Staff: 77
Number of Board Members: 6
Guidestar page: https://www.guidestar.org/profile/92-0107450

Contacts

Primary Contact for Board Recruitment:
Kaleb Johnson

Executive Director:
Kaleb Johnson