Board Of Directors

Postpartum Health Alliance (PHA) of San Diego County is dedicated to increasing the capacity of San Diego's perinatal health service community to recognize, understand, and respond effectively to the mental health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their families.
We are recruiting volunteer Board members for a two-year commitment starting in January of 2025. Serving on the Board of PHA is not only a fun and rewarding experience, it is also a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Qualifications
PHA values diversity and encourages candidates from all professional, racial, and cultural backgrounds to apply to the Board. In an intentional effort to represent the San Diego community, individuals from marginalized identities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Due to the dynamic needs of the organization, candidates do not need to be a perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) professional or have clinical expertise. Ideal candidates have a passion for PHA's mission and the experience and skills necessary to help PHA thrive. Applicants do not need to be current PHA members, but must reside in San Diego County to be considered.
Responsibilities
1. The PHA Board of Directors is a working board, meaning each director a) contributes to the strategic planning and financial oversight of the organization, and b) performs the day-to-day work of the organization within their assigned position's role and in collaboration with other Directors.
2. Serve a minimum of a two-year term on the Board.
3. Fulfill an individual Board contribution of $250 per year (includes PHA membership fee) through personal fundraising efforts (e.g. via Facebook fundraiser) or direct payments (lump sum or quarterly installments).
4. Attend and actively participate in a minimum of ten (10) monthly Board meetings each year. Meetings are held via Zoom on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9 to 11 am.
5. Attend a cultural competency/diversity training of your choice once per 2-year term.
6. Stay informed about PHA and perinatal affairs, be prepared for meetings, complete monthly board reports, and participate in PHA events and committees.
7. Actively seek opportunities to advance PHA's mission and resources and recruit diverse professional members, Board members, and volunteers.
8. Build collegial working relationships with other Board members and abide by PHA's policy to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all aspects of PHA's operations.
Equity + Inclusion Co-Chair

Collaborates with fellow Board Members and marketing vendors to ensure PHA's materials, messaging, and imagery represents PHA's value of diversity and inclusion.
Increases accessibility for disabled participants of training, education, and social events.
Develops strategy to recruit Board members and PHA professional members that reflect the diversity of San Diego families, as well as providers that serve those disproportionately affected by PMADs.
Work with Community Partnerships Chair to establish relationships with businesses and organizations that specialize in supporting diverse populations.
Review PSI training scholarship applications and award scholarships to providers serving minority populations (in coordination with PSI Liaison).

Events Chair

Plan two PHA member social events per year: one in the Spring and one in the Fall.
Work with the Treasurer to set the events budget.
Create evites for social events; track RSVPs.
Solicit donations/sponsors for event space, food, beverages.
Organize location, food/drinks, and recruit volunteers to help set up/host/clean up.
Coordinate with the Fundraising Chair to integrate fundraising activities into events.
Assist with planning for the annual Board Retreat and Board Holiday Party.

Fundraising Chair

Lead community fundraising efforts for PHA in collaboration with Events and Grants Chairs.
Coordinate and execute silent auctions and other efforts at Membership Social Events.
File application in advance with the relevant government body for approval of raffles/tickets of opportunity.
Set yearly fundraising goals in coordination with the Treasurer.
Track online donations and work with website developers to integrate donation capabilities on our website.
Host at least one fundraising event or effort per year.

Grants + Development Co-Chair

Seek and apply for grants that support PHA's programs and general operations and increase access to care for underserved populations across San Diego County.
Review the annual budget with the Treasurer when mid-year grant cycle applications open and create specific goals to secure funds to support ongoing PHA efforts.
Work with Equity + Inclusion Chair to develop grant objectives dedicated to supporting local underserved populations and providers of color.
Track grants progress with the Treasurer; communicate needs to the Board to ensure grant requirements are met.
Complete summary report and share with the grantor (usually once per year).

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