The GOAL Foundation is seeking applications from members of the Greater Ogden community to join our Board of Directors. GOAL is an acronym for “Get Out And Live!”
Mission & Vision
The GOAL Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Our mission is to inspire the Greater Ogden community and its visitors to "Get Out And Live!" by participating, volunteering and spectating at recreational and cultural events, programs and activities. We envision a Greater Ogden community that thrives economically and is healthier in mind, body, and spirit.
GOAL’s vision is to support the Greater Ogden community's vision to be recognized as an outdoor recreation mecca, by producing unparalleled athletic events and by collaborating with other organizations in bringing athletically oriented events to the Ogden area. GOAL will, in all its activities, strive to engage the community, local business and relevant government agencies in outcomes that bring a sense of pride and belonging to all those involved.
Expectations & Responsibilities of a GOAL Board Member
- Know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs.
- Prepare for, attend, and actively participate in monthly board meetings at the GOAL Office, typically on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (3:30-5:00 pm).
- Volunteer at a minimum of two GOAL-produced events, one of which being the Ogden Marathon, held each year on the 3rd weekend of May.
- Participate in the annual strategic planning retreat meeting each fall.
- Serve on at least one sub-committee or task force.
- Assist the staff when needed.
- Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization.
- Leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve GOAL Foundation’s mission.
- Engage in learning opportunities to better understand the community we serve.
- Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences on to the board and into the boardroom and the organization.
Board attendance requirements as outlined in the policies and procedures manual are linked below at the bottom of this page. Board members typically serve a 3-year term (with option for renewal) and will not receive financial compensation from the Foundation. Click here to see a list of current board members and staff.
The Foundation is looking for mission-aligned individuals who value the power of volunteerism and have time to be involved in shaping the future of the organization along with a commitment to DEI, and expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Insurance/Legal
- Outdoor/Recreation Professions
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- People and Culture
- Youth Programming/K-12 Education
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We know that to achieve our goals, fulfill our mission, and realize our vision, we need to include individuals with perspectives drawn from a wide range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, skill sets, areas of expertise, and lived experiences to help us avoid decision-making that could diminish the impact of our work.
We are publicly recruiting for board positions to ensure that we move beyond our immediate networks and honor our ongoing commitment to creating a board that is diverse in its composition, inclusive in its culture, and equity-focused in its approach to how it views its mission, its work, and the communities it serves.
Applications Closed
Applications must be received by Tuesday, October 15th at 5:00pm. Applicants must be nominated by a current voting board member to be considered for a seat. This can be achieved through the applicant review and interview process.
Applicants will be interviewed by a member of the Nominating Committee between October 17 and November and board seats will be filled and applicants notified by November 22nd.
New board members will be invited to attend the December strategic planning retreat, with terms officially beginning in January of 2025.