Join Our Board
Help Shape Our Future
A Working Board for a Mission that Matters
The Fihri Foundation is a Massachusetts-based, women-led nonprofit organization committed to ending period poverty locally and globally. We do this through advocacy, education, and direct service. From local product drives to international awareness campaigns, we fight to make menstrual dignity a human right for all.
We are a working board—board members are not just advisors, but active leaders who help us carry out our mission through strategic planning, relationship-building, and committee participation. This is a hands-on opportunity for committed individuals to contribute their time, skills, and voice to something impactful.
We are part particularly interested in candidates who are new professionals, and who may have never served on a board before who come from diverse asking me backgrounds, are students or recent graduates.
Board Positions & Committees
Each board member serves a one-year term and participates in at least one committee. Committee work provides a practical, collaborative way for board members to shape our programs, grow our reach, and build our sustainability.
Board Committee Member – Communications & Marketing
Board Position – 12-Month Volunteer Term
Use your creativity to help us tell our story, reach new audiences, and build our global voice.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/month + 1 virtual board meeting/month
Location: Remote
Committee Responsibilities:
Contribute to content planning and marketing strategies
Shape storytelling around our impact and mission
Support social media, email campaigns, and branding efforts
Promote events and public awareness campaigns
Board Committee Member – U.S. Partnerships
Board Position – 12-Month Volunteer Term
Strengthen our domestic network of allies across the United States.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/month + 1 virtual board meeting/month
Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
Committee Responsibilities:
Connect with U.S.-based nonprofits, universities, and student organizations
Help build and maintain a partnership database
Coordinate joint campaigns, product drives, and events
Identify collaboration opportunities aligned with our mission
Board Committee Member – UK Partnerships
Board Position – 12-Month Volunteer Term
Support our expanding reach in the UK by leading local partnership development.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/month + 1 virtual board meeting/month
Location: Remote (UK-based preferred)
Committee Responsibilities:
Outreach to UK-based schools, NGOs, universities, and businesses
Build strong relationships to further menstrual equity initiatives
Support London-area fundraising and cross-collaborative campaigns
Identify and engage local advocates and organizations
Board Committee Member – Grants & Fund Development
Board Position – 12-Month Volunteer Term
Play a vital role in sustaining and growing our work by supporting grant and donor strategy.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/month + 1 virtual board meeting/month
Location: Remote
Committee Responsibilities:
Research and track grant opportunities
Assist with proposal writing and template development
Help maintain a grants calendar and submission schedule
Collaborate with staff to align funding goals with organizational priorities
Board Expectations
As a working board, each member agrees to:
Attend board meetings and actively participate in discussions
Serve on at least one board committee
Use their expertise, time, and voice to advance the mission
Contribute to fundraising efforts—this includes donor outreach, campaign support, or event promotion.
If you’re new to fundraising, no problem. The Executive Director and team will provide tools, mentorship, and collaborative support to ensure every board member feels confident and equipped. You won’t fundraise alone.
Board Term & Commitment
Board service is a 12-month volunteer term, with the opportunity to be reevaluated and extended at the end of the term by mutual agreement between the board member and the full board. This structure ensures transparency, reflection, and alignment with personal and organizational goals.
What Board Members Receive in Return
Board service with Fihri is a two-way street. We deeply value and invest in our board members’ growth and development. In return for your time and leadership, you will receive:
One-on-one mentorship from experienced board leaders
Gifted books and educational materials on nonprofit governance and leadership
Access to classes and webinars on board service, fundraising, and nonprofit strategy
Networking opportunities with other nonprofits, funders, and movement leaders
Résumé-building experience and real leadership opportunities
Recognition, support, and a chance to make a global impact
Whether you’re just beginning your journey in nonprofit leadership or bringing years of experience, you will be met with encouragement, collaboration, and meaningful opportunities for growth.
Important Note on Committees
Each board member serves on at least one committee.*