Founding Board
Join the Founding Board of Pour Into Foundation
Help build an organization that pours into first-generation college students and aspiring entrepreneurs, with strong governance from day one.
Our mission
Pouring into people who are ready to rise.
Pour Into Foundation exists to pour into people who are ready to rise but haven't had the resources, so that they, their families, and their communities can overflow.
We are forming as a Nevada nonprofit corporation and applying for 501(c)(3) public charity status with the IRS. We are building this to grow big, with strong governance from day one.
- First-generation college studentsThrough scholarships and college access support.
- Aspiring entrepreneursThrough practical business education, workshops, and mentoring.
Why join now
Build the foundation. Don't just inherit it.
Founding board members shape everything: the first scholarship criteria, the first entrepreneur cohort, how we raise money, and the culture of the organization. You'll be part of the group that builds the foundation, not one that inherits it.
What we're looking for
People who care, and bring something to the table
People who care about education access and economic opportunity and bring one or more of these:
Finance
Finance, accounting, or budgeting.
Education
Education, college admissions, or financial aid.
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship or small business ownership.
Fundraising
Fundraising, grants, or corporate sponsorships.
Governance
Legal or nonprofit governance.
Community
Marketing, communications, or community building.
You don't need prior board experience. You do need to show up, ask good questions, and care about the people we serve.
The role
What board service looks like
- TermTwo years, renewable.
- MeetingsQuarterly board meetings plus an annual meeting each January, video attendance welcome.
- Committee workJoin at least one committee, such as Scholarship Selection, Finance, Fundraising, or Programs.
- TimeAbout 3 to 5 hours a month on average, more during scholarship season or major events.
- FundraisingHelp open doors and support fundraising in ways that fit your network and strengths.
- Officer rolesSome board members will also serve as Secretary or Treasurer.
- Give or getEach board member commits to a combined annual contribution at the board-approved minimum, met through a personal donation, funds raised from your network, or a mix of both. Every board member makes a personal gift each year, at a level meaningful to you, so we can report 100% board giving to funders. Read the Board Giving Policy.
What you can expect from us
Our commitment to you
- Clear structureClear bylaws, a conflict of interest policy, and organized meetings with materials sent in advance.
- Expenses coveredBoard service without pay; approved expenses are reimbursed.
- ProtectionProtection from personal liability for good-faith board decisions, as provided in our bylaws.
- A real voiceA real voice in decisions and a front-row seat to the impact.
Board giving
100% board giving, every year
Every board member gives or gets each year, including a personal gift at a level meaningful to them. Read the full policy for what counts, timing, and how we track it.
Next steps
How joining works
Conversation
Have a conversation with Lillian about the vision and your fit.
Review
Review the bylaws and conflict of interest policy.
Disclosure form
Complete the Board Member Information and Disclosure Form.
Founding meeting
Join us for the founding board meeting.
Express your interest
Let's start the conversation
Tell us a little about yourself. It takes about five minutes, and Lillian will reach out to set up a time to talk.