Volunteer/Intern/Workstudy Opportunities

There are a number of ways you can become involved with the Asian Arts Initiative; read below for specific opportunities currently available!

If you have expertise with something, and would like to volunteer your time and talents, we want to hear from you. Please take a moment to fill out the volunteer interest form, and let us know how you want to get involved!

Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form!

Or read on for more specific opportunities:

Intern

Board of Directors 

Board of Directors

If you are interested in volunteering for the Initiative by becoming a board member, read the description of board responsibilities below and contact info@asianartsinitiative for more information.

See a list of our current board members!

General Responsibilities

  • Attend all bi-monthly meetings of the Board of Directors.
    (2007-2008 schedule)
    Tuesday, March 11, 2008 6-8 p.m
    Tuesday, May 13, 2008 6-8 p.m
    Tuesday, July 8, 2008 6-8 p.m
  • Serve on at least one major Board committee.
  • Become informed and educated about the Initiative and the communities and fields of which we are a part.
  • Be available to provide specific advice and support to the chief executive.
  • Evaluate (annually) the chief executive, and when necessary, reappoint one.
  • Approve (annually) and monitor our annual budget and financial plans.
  • Establish a strategic plan for the Initiative for our future survival and success.
  • Evaluate (annually) the organization’s effectiveness in accomplishing our mission and objectives; update the strategic plan.
  • Evaluate (annually) the Board’s effectiveness and identify and recruit appropriate candidates to ensure its maintenance and growth.
  • Use good judgment in reporting any conflicts of interest and in maintaining confidentiality about information given to Board members.

Fundraising Responsibilities

  • Make what for you is a generous personal donation to the Initiative on an annual basis.
  • Raise a minimum of $500 in contributions toward the Membership Campaign, Banquet, and/or other fundraising strategies (this may include your personal contribution)
  • Actively participate in any special fundraising events for the Initiative.

Public Relations Responsibilities

  • Act as a sounding board for the community being served by the Initiative.
  • Serve as a liaison to other community organizations.
  • Support the programs and services of the Initiative and speak out in our behalf.