Help Shape the Future of Preservation with Purpose
The CorpWell Foundation Board of Trustees provides governance, strategic guidance, and stewardship for the Foundation’s mission:
Leaving Significant Tracts for the Future
Board members help ensure that historic places continue to serve communities through preservation, education, and innovative models like OASIS, which supports dignity, connection, and aging in community.
Serving on the Board is an opportunity to help guide projects that protect historic places while strengthening the communities around them.
Who We Are Looking For
We welcome board candidates locally in Vermont and throughout the region, as well as individuals with broader professional expertise who want to contribute to a mission-driven organization.
We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in:
- Historic preservation or architecture
- Nonprofit governance
- Finance or accounting
- Legal expertise
- Fundraising and philanthropy
- Strategic planning
- Aging services or community health
- Community leadership
You do not need previous board experience, but you should have a strong commitment to mission, stewardship, and community impact.
What Board Members Do
Board members help guide the Foundation by:
- Participating in quarterly board meetings
- Serving on a board committee
- Supporting fundraising and relationship-building
- Acting as ambassadors for the mission
- Providing governance and strategic oversight
You can learn more about board roles and responsibilities in the documents below.
Board Information
To learn more about serving on the Board of Trustees:
- Board Recruitment Invitation & Overview (PDF)
- Board Member Description & Responsibilities
- Committee Charters and Governance Overview
These materials explain the mission, expectations, and structure of the Board in more detail.
Board Application Process
Our goal is to ensure a thoughtful and mutually beneficial fit for both the candidate and the Foundation.
Step 1 — Submit an Expression of Interest
Complete the short board interest form and upload a resume or short biography.
Step 2 — Introductory Conversation
Qualified candidates will be invited to a conversation with a member of the Governance Committee to discuss the role and your interests.
Step 3 — Board Meeting or Informational Session
Candidates may be invited to observe a meeting or meet additional board members.
Step 4 — Governance Committee Review
The Governance Committee reviews candidates and makes recommendations to the Board.
Step 5 — Board Vote
New board members are elected by a vote of the Board of Trustees.
Express Your Interest
If you are interested in exploring board service, we invite you to submit a brief application.
or contact:
Donna Price, Executive Director
donnalynn.price (@) corpwell.org
Why Board Service Matters
When you serve on the CorpWell Foundation Board, you help ensure that historic places do more than survive.
They continue to teach, connect, heal, and belong for generations to come.