CEL Board of Directors
Our Board Members are active, engaged, and dynamic leaders who champion our mission to maximize opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These dedicated volunteers serve as ambassadors and advocates, open doors to new partnerships and opportunities, raise funds to support our mission, and lend their areas of expertise to help CEL grow and thrive.
Or Support CEL by Joining a Board Committee!
- Support our biggest fundraiser of the year
- Solicit high-level sponsors
- Bring on new restaurants
- Solicit high-end Live Auction items
- Invite new committee members
- Board participation in and support of this event
- Financial oversight
- External audit
- Review and updates of policies and procedures
- Investment strategies & oversight
- Evaluate costs and benefits of fundraising activities
- Regularly review the fundraising plan, in concert with staff
- Support participation of the full Board in fundraising efforts
- Engage in advocacy and networking for CEL
- Ensure that all members of the Board have the training, tools, and support to participate in fundraising activities
- Identify and cultivate prospects, steward existing relationships and solicit support as appropriate
- Support our second largest fundraising event
- Solicit high-level sponsors
- Solicit foursomes
- Invite new committee members
- Board Participation in and Support of this event
Lend expertise and connections for:
- Digital marketing,
- Public relations
- Branding
- Other marketing/communications initiatives
- Update, monitor & report on strategic plan
- Foster connections with young leaders
- Plan and execute events to support CEL
- Volunteer with CEL members
- Build pipeline of future leaders
- Participation in CEL committees
- Representation at Board meetings
Impact Your Community through CEL
I know that CEL is a place where individuals with developmental disabilities are respected for who they are, free to imagine what life has in store for them, and empowered to go out and make their dreams come true.
CEL makes a considerable difference with one of the most underserved populations and does it with clarity, purpose, and dedication.
Board Members strengthen CEL’s impact, expand our reach, and ensure that our programs make a lasting difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The more opportunities we can create for someone with disabilities, the better it is for everyone.
Advocate for CEL Members
If you are interested in sharing your leadership and influence to promote the mission of CEL as a member of our Board of Directors, we’d love to hear from you! Complete the form below, or contact our CEO Herb Washington with any questions.
You belong at CEL!
Programs are centered on YOU! Choose from a wide range of social, recreational, and educational enrichment programs available seven days a week. Check out our program guide and learn how to get started today!
Enrich lives today!
Your donation will transform and enrich the lives of our members with intellectual and developmental disabilities.