There are many excellent opportunities for leadership in Greensboro that have a major impact on the community. Below are several resources for finding leadership positions in the Greensboro area.
The City of Greensboro's Boards & Commissions An interesting aspect of city government is the function of boards and commissions. The privilege of serving on one of these boards is not restricted to politicians or City officials, but is open to qualified citizens with a strong interest in serving their community.
Who May Serve:
Who May Serve Although any citizen is eligible to serve on a board or commission, there are some requirements. In most cases, it is necessary to be a resident of the City of Greensboro. Some boards require members with specific interests or credentials, or members who belong to a specific organization or group. City officials are specifically prohibited from serving on some boards or commissions; on others, they are expected to serve. In most cases, board members are everyday citizens who have a desire to make a lasting contribution.
Volunteer Center of Greensboro :
The mission of the Volunteer Center is to strengthen our community by creating meaningful volunteer connections. The Volunteer Center is a United Way agency located in the United Way building at 1500 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro, NC 27405.
Guilford Nonprofit Consortium :
The Guilford Nonprofit Consortium is composed of more than 100 nonprofit organizations and agencies in Guilford County and has a mission to foster mutual assistance and support within the nonprofit community to create a more effective nonprofit sector. The Consortium is guided by the nonprofit community, in partnership and cooperation with the foundation and donor community.
synerG Leadership Initiative :
works to connect Greensboro-area Young Professionals with volunteer leadership opportunities with the City, County and non-profit organizations. The Leadership Initiative also provides a web portal online matching system for young professionals to find leadership opportunities and for organizations to find young talent.