ROOTS Shelter Board Member

The ROOTS Young Adult Shelter is seeking passionate, diverse and experienced professionals to join our Board of Directors. ROOTS isthe largestshelter for young adults experiencing homelessness in Washington state. Located in the University District, we have been serving our shelter guests since 1999.

We have begun the exciting work of revisioning our organizations purpose and vision as we recently moved into our new home earlier this year. We are seeking individuals who are ready to help us navigate the new challenges and opportunities of our new location. Please reach out if you are interested in organizational governance, anti-oppression work, fundraising, and relationship-building in our community! We are especially looking for individuals who are:

• Eager to help Seattle solve its homelessness problems
• Invested in undoing systems of oppression; committed to social justice and racial equity
• Have the time and enthusiasm for community service
• Have lived experience engaging with the homelessness system
• Willing to participate and grow your fundraising skills
• Interested in creating collaborative partnerships
• Have knowledge/skills regarding developing real estate for social service agencies

ROOTS is seeking new board members to begin their 3-year term in early 2022. We will be onboarding new members together as a cohort. Please click the "Respond" button to receive more information about ROOTS, the Board of Directors, and the application process.