Each Foundation Board Member has general duties and responsibilities that subsequently combine to generate the level of effectiveness and the quality and character/integrity of the Eagle Public Library Foundation.
They are as follows:
- Recruit and select additional complementary board members
- Adopt and update bylaws
- Create goals and objectives — short and long term
- Review and adopt policies and programs that further the mission of the Eagle Public Library
- Create and approve fundraising plans
- Participate in fundraising events and secure the interest, service and financial support of others who appreciate the Eagle Public Library’s mission and programs
- Monitor and approve a budget and financial policies
- Understand and demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and programs
- Keep up to date with issues and trends that affect the organization
- Attend Foundation Board meetings regularly; be fully prepared and actively participate
- Contribute your skills, knowledge, and abilities by participating in Foundations projects that successfully move the Foundation forward
- Avoid potential conflicts of interest
- Understand and maintain confidentiality
- Help ensure that the Foundation complies with legal and regulatory requirements