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HSGD Board Service Interest
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Thank you for your interest in serving on the Board of Directors for Head Start of Greater Dallas (HSGD). Board members play an important role in advancing our mission by providing governance oversight, strategic guidance, and stewardship of organizational resources. Submission of this form allows the Nominating Committee to learn more about your background, professional expertise, and interest in serving the children, families, and communities supported by HSGD. Please note that submission of this form does not guarantee nomination or appointment to the Board of Directors. Prospective Board members may participate in additional conversations with the Nominating Committee as part of the selection process. Final Board appointments are subject to Board approval and applicable governance requirements.
Section 1: Contact Information
Name
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First
Last
Preferred Name (if different)
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Employer / Organization
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Current Position / Title
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Email
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Phone
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Country
Phone Number
LinkedIn Profile (Optional)
Section 2: Interest in Board Service
Why are you interested in serving on the Head Start of Greater Dallas Board of Directors?
What connection, if any, do you have to Head Start of Greater Dallas, early childhood education, nonprofit service, or the Dallas community?
Have you previously served on a nonprofit board, advisory board, committee, or similar governance body?
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Yes
No
If yes, please describe your experience:
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Section 3: Professional Background and Experience
Please identify areas where you have significant professional expertise, leadership experience, or skills that may support Board service.
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Finance, Accounting, Audit, or Banking
Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, or Governance
Early Childhood Education
Healthcare, Nutrition, or Family Services
Human Resources, Talent, or Organizational Leadership
Executive Leadership or Business Operations
Nonprofit Leadership
Community Engagement or Public Service
Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations
Fundraising, Partnerships, or Donor Development
Information Technology or Cybersecurity
Facilities, Real Estate, or Operations
Other
Please briefly describe the professional experience, skills, or perspectives you would bring to the Board.
Section 4: Board Engagement Expectations
HSGD Board members are expected to actively participate in governance activities throughout the year. Responsibilities include attending Board meetings, serving on committees, reviewing materials, providing strategic oversight, and supporting the mission of the organization.
Are you able to commit approximately 40–80 volunteer hours annually in support of Board responsibilities?
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Yes
No
Would like to discuss further
Board members generally serve on at least one committee. Please indicate areas where you have interest or expertise.
Audit & Finance Committee
Community Affairs Committee
Personnel Committee
Nominating Committee
Education Advocacy Subcommittee of the Community Affairs Committee
Family & Community Engagement
Health & Services
Open to serving where needed
Section 5: Community Engagement
Board members serve as ambassadors for HSGD and help strengthen connections between the organization and the broader community.
Please describe any community involvement, volunteer service, professional affiliations, or relationships that may support your Board service.
Section 6: References
Please provide two professional or community references.
Reference #1
Name
Relationship
Email / Phone
Reference #1
Name
Relationship
Email / Phone
Section 7: Acknowledgment
By submitting this form, I confirm that the information provided is accurate and understand that: • Submission does not guarantee nomination or appointment to the Board of Directors. • Additional conversations with the Nominating Committee may be requested. • Final Board appointments are subject to approval by the Board of Directors and applicable governance requirements.
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