BoardBridge

Launched as a pilot test in fall 2023, BoardBridge is an initiative of FOCUS St. Louis designed to help connect nonprofit organizations with potential board candidates through a matching process.

For nonprofits, the program offers the benefit of expanding your leadership pipeline and connecting with potential new board members.

For individuals, serving on a nonprofit board offers the opportunity to support causes you're passionate about, give back to your community, strengthen your leadership skills and make new connections.

The program is currently offered at no cost for 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and individuals interested in serving on boards, with matching rounds held in the spring and fall.

Based on their experience, 92% of past participants would recommend the program.

FOCUS BoardBridge aims to complement other St. Louis board recruitment initiatives, not replace them.

FOCUS BoardBridge is for professionals from all sectors and industries who:

• Desire greater civic and community leadership involvement
• Are looking to contribute their time, treasure and talents to causes they are passionate about
• Have the time and interest to commit to serving on a nonprofit board or committee

If you are interested in participating in our spring 2025 round of matching, you will need to:

• Complete the online application.
• Attend the mandatory orientation session, to be held virtually on April 29 from 12-1 p.m. Additional details will be provided upon submission of your application.
• Commit to responding to your 3-4 possible board matches in a timely manner by Aug. 1.

When we make matches, we take into consideration organization needs, candidates' interests and expertise, availability for board meetings and more. Matches will be provided by the end of May 2025.

FOCUS BoardBridge is for nonprofit organizations who are seeking to connect with potential new board members.

If your 501(c)3 nonprofit organization is interested in participating in our spring 2025 round of matching, you will need to:

• Complete the online application.
• Have a member of your staff or board participate in the mandatory orientation session, to be held virtually on May 6 from 12-1 p.m. Additional details will be provided upon submission of your application.
• Commit to following up with your 3-4 possible board candidates in a timely manner by Aug. 1.

When we make matches, we take into consideration organization needs, candidates' interests and expertise, availability for board meetings and more. Matches will be provided by the end of May 2025.