FOCUS 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

Prior to being matched, you will need to attend the virtual Candidate Orientation on Sept. 30, from 12-1 p.m. This session will cover the BoardBridge process, as well as tips for selecting and serving on a board. (If you participated in a previous round of BoardBridge, you have fulfilled this requirement.)

Due to capacity, candidate applications for our fall 2025 round of FOCUS BoardBridge are now closed. You can join our waiting list to be notified if a spot opens up; otherwise, we will let you know when applications open in the spring.

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

Prior to being matched, a member of your staff or board will need to attend the virtual Nonprofit Orientation on Oct. 1, from 12-1 p.m. This session will cover the BoardBridge process, as well as tips and best practices for selecting and onboarding new board members. (If you participated in a previous round of BoardBridge, you have fulfilled this requirement.)

Due to capacity, nonprofit applications for our fall 2025 round of FOCUS BoardBridge are now closed. You can join our waiting list to be notified if a spot opens up; otherwise, we will let you know when applications open in the spring.