Make a Difference Through Board Service
Elyssa’s Mission welcomes individuals who are interested in using their experience, expertise, and community connections to help advance our mission and strengthen our organization.
Our Board of Directors provides leadership, oversight, guidance and support as Elyssa’s Mission works to expand access to suicide prevention education and peer-to-peer programs in schools. Board members serve as ambassadors for the organization and play an important role in helping us build awareness, strengthen partnerships, support fundraising efforts, and ensure the organization remains focused on its mission.
We are particularly interested in connecting with individuals who bring experience or expertise in areas such as:
- Nonprofit leadership and governance
- Fundraising and philanthropy
- Finance and accounting
- Legal and risk management
- Marketing, communications, or public relations
- Education and school leadership
- Business and community leadership
- Human resources
- Technology
- Strategic planning
- Connections within Illinois communities and school districts
Most importantly, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping young people and committed to advancing suicide prevention and mental health awareness in schools.
Board service is a meaningful opportunity to contribute your time, expertise, and connections to an organization dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of students, families, and communities.
Elyssa’s Mission currently partners with approximately 350 middle and high schools in 20 counties and more than 140 suburbs, making us the premier suicide prevention educator in Illinois. Elyssa’s Mission is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Interested in Joining Our Board?
We would love to hear from you. If you are passionate about our mission and believe your skills, experience, or connections could help Elyssa’s Mission grow, we invite you to contact Ken Meyers to learn more about current Board opportunities.
Ken Meyers
Chair, EM Nominating Committee
kenmeyers@aol.com