Join Our Board

For Families Like Us is seeking passionate volunteers to join our Board of Directors. As a Board member, you will use your expertise, creativity, and professional network to provide crucial organizational and financial support to help fulfill our mission. These are volunteer positions with a meaningful impact.


Board Responsibilities

Board members will work collaboratively to achieve key goals, including:

  • Serving as ambassadors to raise awareness about For Families Like Us, our mission, and the families we serve.
  • Planning and executing fundraising initiatives, such as online campaigns, events, and happy hours.
  • Building partnerships with businesses, organizations, and institutions in the Houston area.
  • Designing volunteer and community engagement opportunities.
  • Creating events and initiatives that support foster and kinship youth and their families.
  • Leading advocacy efforts to advance the mission of For Families Like Us.
  • Giving back to the community by offering your time, skills, and expertise.
  • Gaining valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit management and fundraising.

Commitment Requirements

  • Attend quarterly meetings (1–2 hours, in person or virtually).
  • Participate in all Board-related events.
  • Sub-committees may meet separately as needed.
  • Commit to a one-year term of service.

Who Should Apply?

We are seeking Board members from diverse backgrounds, careers, skills, and fields. If you’re passionate about making a difference and have a desire to serve your community, we encourage you to apply!

For more information or to apply, contact:
support@forfamilieslikeus.org or (281) 930 – 5595