Board of Directors

Join our Board of Directors and Make an Impact 

Are you passionate about accessible mental health support, food assistance, and making a difference? Join the William Temple House Board of Directors! Applications are open and our Board votes on new members on a rolling basis. As a Board Member, you will join a dedicated team of 14 committed supporters who work tirelessly to ensure WTH can continue providing essential counseling, food, and community support to the most vulnerable of the Portland area. 

Board members will serve a three-year term and attend 6 virtual meetings a year (every other month), as well as participate in committees that may meet more regularly (typically once per month), including the Executive Committee, Finance Committee, Advocacy Committee, and others. 

Read the full Board of Directors Volunteer Position Description here. 

Why join our Board? 
As a Board Member, you will leverage your unique experiences and knowledge to:

  • Steward Resources: Ensure the wise use of resources in our current operations.

  • Shape the Future: Help set a vision for an even more impactful future. 

  • Uphold Accountability: Hold staff accountable to the mission and budget. 

  • Drive Fundraising: Actively participate in fundraising efforts. 

  • Advocate: Advocate on behalf of clients and their needs. 

  • Expand networks: Build a broader network of support. 

Who are we looking for? 
Ideal candidates will have experience in:
 

  • Counseling or Mental Health: Licensed clinical experience or familiarity with the mental health landscape in Multnomah County.

  • Retail Industry: Management or ownership experience in thrift stores. 

  • Lived experience: Understanding of mental health challenges, hunger and/or poverty.  

How to apply

Interested? Please send a cover letter and resume to Operations Manager Eli Soria at esoria@williamtemple.org.

In your cover letter, please address the following questions with a one-paragraph response each:

What attracts you to William Temple House, and what qualities would you bring to our Board?
What have you done in your professional and/or personal life to promote equity and justice? 

Not sure if you should apply? Want to nominate someone else? Reach out to Eli Soria via email to schedule a call.