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A thriving Rebuilding Together affiliate involves the talents, time and energy of many persons who want to make a difference in their community. Each volunteer Board member plays a key role in the success of the project. Legally and morally, the Board of Directors of a nonprofit organization has the ultimate responsibility for all the activities of the organization. The legal responsibility can never be delegated. The Board of Directors holds the public interest in trust, acting as stewards of the organization. The term of office for Board Members of Rebuilding Together * Montgomery County is three years and individuals are eligible to serve two consecutive three year terms of service for a total of six years.

Much of the work of a Rebuilding Together Board is done through Committees. Committees provide a strong foundation for successful planning.

President

To keep Rebuilding Together focused on setting and meeting local and national goals. The President oversees officers and board committees and encourages future leaders.

Chairman of the Board

The Chairman of the Board serves as an advisory role to the Board of Directors and the entire Rebuilding Together program.

Vice President

Vice President serves as the President's assistant in conducting all aspects of Rebuilding Together's business and is in training to assume the presidency.

Secretary

The Secretary is the custodian of all corporate records and documents. The secretary insures that the board follows all policies and procedures established in the by-laws and that board meetings are run efficiently.

Treasurer

The treasurer is responsible for managing, controlling and investing all Rebuilding Together funds subject to state and federal guidelines. Develop financial reports and budgets with the Executive Director.

Executive Director

The Executive Director is a paid position appointed by and responsible to the Board of Directors for the overall development, management and execution the Rebuilding Together program.

Committee Chairpersons

Sets the tone for committee work, ensures that the members have the information they need to do their jobs, and oversees the logistics of the committee's operation. Reports to full board for committee decisions, policy recommendations and other committee business. Assigns work to committee members, sets meeting agendas, runs meetings and ensures the distribution of minutes and reports to members.

Committee Members

Must make a serious commitment to actively participate in the committee's work, including participation in committee meetings and discussions. Should volunteer for and willingly accept assignments and complete them thoroughly and on time. Must stay informed about committee matters, prepare themselves for meetings, and review and comment on minutes and reports.

Executive Committe

The Executive Committee recommends actions for approval of the full board and sometimes acts for the board, within carefully defined boundaries, between meetings. The committee meets regularly to review operational, programmatic and financial matters. The Chairman of the Board chairs the Executive Committee.

Nominating Committee

The nominating committee determines the composition of the board by identifying, recruiting and proposing board members. The committee develops written job descriptions of board member responsibilities and evaluates board member performance based on these responsibilities. The committee plays an active part in cultivating new board members. The committee also develops and nominates board officers. Members are appointed by the Board President.

Site Selection Committee

The Site Selection Committee is responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating the review of applications as well as selecting participants for the program. This includes contact with the Site Preview teams, homeowners and other relevant sources of information.

Project Organization Committee

The Project Organization Committee will oversee all planning and management of National Rebuilding Day.

Sub Committees of the Project Organization Committee

Area Coordinators - Material Approval and Procurement

House Captain - Site Support

Ambassadors - Skilled Trades

Fund Raising Committee

The Fund Raising Committee is responsible for the planning, supervision and coordination of all Rebuilding Together fund-raising efforts.

Sub committees of the fund raising committee

Golf Classic

RT Honors

Public Relations Committee

Public Relations Committee is responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating the board's role in media and public relations and in public advocacy activities.

Strategic Planning/ Program Development Committee

Strategic Planning is the responsibility of all board members. A smaller committee made up of board members working with staff are charged with the actual preparation of the plan, the entire board must be committed to the process, involved in the plans development, willing to take responsibility for ensuring the fulfillment of the final goals and objectives, and willing to participate in the evaluation of the plan.