Hello Peretzniks,
The Peretz Centre for Secular Jewish Culture is home to a vibrant, caring, progressive community that will celebrate our 80th anniversary in 2025. We are looking for members who are passionate about our community to join our board of directors!
Who We Are
Founded in 1945 to establish and conduct a school that provides students of all ages with a progressive and modern Jewish cultural education, we hold classes, lectures, exhibitions, concerts, holiday celebrations and similar gatherings in order to teach and advance the cause of progressive and modern Jewish learning, culture, and education and the Yiddish language. Our doors are open to people of diverse cultures, beliefs, genders and sexual orientation.
Elections for the Board of Directors
Elections for up to 9 board positions will take place at our Annual General Meeting on January 26, 2025 (2-4pm). You must be a member in good standing to vote in the AGM.
While many current board members will be running again, we are seeking new board members to help us continue to grow this wonderful institution. We need committed, enthusiastic, curious people who are willing to learn what this community is and commit their time, talent, and skills to grow together.
What's Involved?
We are a working board, meaning that you should expect to contribute 2-3 hours a week in order to support the organization, including monthly board meetings in the evenings. While this is a volunteer position and there is no remuneration, it’s a chance to get non-profit experience and more importantly, to build the present and future of Peretz.
Board members will work alongside staff and volunteers in order to fulfill Peretz’s mandate: to provide a progressive and modern Jewish cultural education for students of all ages, including lectures, classes, holiday celebrations etc. with a focus on incorporating and promoting Yiddishkayt in our programming. You will have the opportunity to chair various committees, such as Programming, Finance, and Fundraising, as well as support events. Most exciting is that you will help Peretz celebrate its 80th anniversary this coming year!
If you have previous experience on a board or working at a non-profit we would love to hear from you! That being said, previous experience is not necessary. If you are passionate about Peretz and you want to help grow our community we encourage you to run as well! All board members will receive training on policies and procedures when they start, so everyone will feel confident and be equipped with all the necessary tools to help support Peretz. Come be a part of shaping the Peretz as a place to work towards peace and justice.
If you are interested in running or are considering it and have questions or concerns, please contact our current President Aurel Matte and current Vice President Veronika Gorlova:
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