Role Overview:
The Development Trustee Co-Chair supports the mission of The Gower Foundation by
leading reading enrichment initiatives across Gower West and Gower Middle Schools.
This role will co-lead development efforts, focusing on literacy engagement, and is
specifically responsible for planning and executing annual book fairs.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Book Fair Leadership

• Plan, organize, and oversee annual book fairs at Gower West and Gower Middle

• Coordinate with school administrators, librarians, teachers, and volunteers Reading Enrichment Support

• Champion Foundation-funded reading initiatives, including classroom grants, author visits, and summer literacy programs through local library

• Collaborate with teacher trustees to identify needs and opportunities for support

• Seek out community and donor partnerships that support literacy and reading growth

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Development & Fundraising (Co-Chair Role)

• Partner with Development Co-Chair to support Foundation fundraising campaigns and events

• Help develop literacy-related fundraising strategies

Foundation Collaboration

• Serve as an active member of the Development Committee

• Report regularly to the Foundation Board on reading-related efforts and outcomes

• Attend trustee meetings and participate in Foundation events

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Desired Skills & Attributes:

• Passion for literacy, education, and equitable access to books

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Comfort collaborating with school staff, parent volunteers, and vendors

• Willingness to contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven nonprofit board

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Term &Time Commitment:
Term: 2 years

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