The London Community Resource Centre (LCRC) is seeking committed individuals to join our Board of Directors, including filling the key positions ofTreasurer,Secretary, andVice-Chair.
About us:
LCRC is a not-for-profit charitable organization focused on promoting food literacy through community gardening and cooking workshops. Our main programs include:
Westview Community Garden: Supporting local families and individuals in growing their own food.
Grow Cook Learn: Providing educational cooking workshops that focus on healthy, sustainable eating.
Mind Your Plate: Combining food literacy with mental health skills to foster well-being.
We work with community partners such as Reimagine and Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) to drive food security and community well-being.
Board Positions Available
We are currently looking for:
- Treasurer: Oversee the financial management of LCRC, including budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations.
- Secretary: Manage board meeting records, documentation, and ensure effective communication between board members and stakeholders.
- General Directors: Provide guidance on the overall direction of the organization, participate in decision-making, and support strategic initiatives.
- Vice-Chair: Assist the Chair in leadership duties and step in when the Chair is unavailable. Help to drive strategic initiatives and support board operations.
Our Mission
It is our mission to improve our collective well being by bringing together individuals, organizations and resources to foster community action and create positive social change.
Our Philosophy
Engaging more directly with your food as it is being grown creates healthier eating habits.
Cooking healthy and delicious meals can be easy and affordable, especially if you understand how to incorporate seasonal fresh food and how to reduce food waste.
Learning about growing, preparing, and preserving the food you eat builds confidence and connections. Food can bring people together.
What's Involved
By becoming a London Community Resource Centre board member, you will help shape the direction of our programs and operations, helping to ensure the successful oversight of the organization. You will be invited to attend eight to ten one-hour meetings per year, where we discuss the recent events and upcoming focus of the LCRC. You will also get to meet and work alongside our passionate Board members and the Operations Manager. In addition to our meetings, you will be asked to take on occasional additional tasks, such as reviewing documents, signing forms, brainstorming new ideas or attending events.
To this role, you will bring an interest in food, cooking or gardening and a community mindset. We would also love it if you bring experience in fundraising, accounting, marketing, or nutrition.
Time Commitment:
One to two hours per month for a minimum of one year, with a recommended term of two years.
We currently meet every 1 to 2 months, typically on the last week of the month from 6-7 pm. Meetings generally take place virtually, but with a few meetings in person.
Duties:
Commitment to the work of the organization.
Attendance at Board meetings every 1-2 months.
Attendance at Annual General Meetings.
Support of fundraising events and efforts.
Adherence to the Board of Directors’ code of conduct and bylaws.
How to Apply:
Please email Sam Dow, Operations Manager to express your interest in the role, at lcrc@lcrc.on.ca. In the email, please attach a resume and provide a brief explanation of your interest in the role.