At SunCatcher Therapeutic Riding Academy, we provide life-changing therapeutic horsemanship services to individuals with disabilities in our community. As we look to the future, we are seeking dedicated, community-minded leaders to join our volunteer Board of Directors and aid in our goal of helping horses help people! If you want to use your talents to make a tangible difference in a local non-profit that has real, meaningful impacts, we would love to hear from you. What You'll Do As a Board Member, you will help steer the direction of our organization, ensuring we remain financially healthy, legally compliant, and true to our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Governance & Guidance:
Attend monthly board meetings to discuss organizational strategy, review policies, and plan for SunCatcher's long-term future.
Support Financial Health:
Work alongside executive leadership to oversee budgeting, financial planning, and operational improvements.
Champion Our Mission:
Act as an ambassador for SunCatcher in the community. This includes helping with fundraising efforts and introducing potential donors or partners to our work.
Collaborate:
Partner with other board members and staff to keep our programs running smoothly and ethically. What We Are Looking For We are looking for people who care about our mission and want to bring both their heart and their professional skills to the table. Because our work touches so many areas, we benefit from a wide variety of backgrounds—whether your experience is in disability services, equine care, teaching, or business management, there is a place for your expertise here.
Leadership Experience:
A background in business, non-profit management, equine operations, or disability services is highly valued.
Great Communication:
Comfort speaking on behalf of SunCatcher, engaging with community members, and working collaboratively in a group. Financial Savvy (A Plus): Experience with budgeting, financial oversight, or fundraising is a major asset, though not strictly required.
Time & Commitment:
Ability to attend monthly board meetings, participate in strategic planning sessions, and show up for our community events and fundraisers. Why Join Us? This is a volunteer role, but it is incredibly rewarding. Not only will you gain valuable professional experience, you'll work alongside a dedicated team of horse lovers, disability and mental health advocates, community leaders, and business professionals to grow our organization and keep our programs accessible to those who need them most. Please complete this application, then submit an official letter of interest to: info@suncatchertra.org
