Board of Directors 2025 Recruitment

Board of Directors 2025 Recruitment

Board of Directors 2025 Recruitment

About Team Unity Incorporated

Team Unity Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to “Elevating communities through Partnership, Education, and Action.”
Our vision is to create “A society where the Social Determinants of Health are addressed, ensuring that everyone who lives, learns, and works for their community attains equity and inclusion by reaching their full potential toward well-being.”

Team Unity Incorporated advances this mission through initiatives in:

  • Health, Nutrition & Wellness
  • Culinary Arts
  • Performing Arts
  • Athletic Mentorship Programs
  • Social Justice & Relief Efforts

Seeking New Board Members

Our organization is actively recruiting new board members who align with our mission and are dedicated to supporting excellence in board service. We seek individuals who bring innovation, expertise, and leadership to help strengthen and expand our impact.

Current Board of Directors

Team Unity Incorporated’s Board of Directors consists of leaders from both the nonprofit and
for-profit sectors who are committed to our mission. As a model of governance excellence,
our board members actively contribute to:
  • Organizational Oversight & Strategic Planning
  • Fundraising & Financial Stewardship
  • Community Engagement & Partnerships

Board Member Expectations

Each board member is expected to:

  • Attend monthly board meetings (maximum of nine per year).
  • Serve on at least one board committee and actively contribute to its initiatives.
  • Provide a personal financial contribution and/or help raise at least $10,000 annually.
  • Establish and maintain at least three donor or community partner relationships.
  • Assist in securing financial and labor resources to support Team Unity Incorporated’s mission.

Board Priorities & Desired Expertise

We are currently seeking board members with experience in:

  • Education & Workforce Development
  • Health, Nutrition & Wellness / Food Insecurity
  • Sports Mentorship & Youth Development
  • Event Management & Media Relations
  • Philanthropy & Fundraising
  • Corporate & Community Partnerships

Board Terms

Board terms follow a structured commitment:

  • Initial term: One (1) year
  • Subsequent terms: Three (3) years, then Five (5) year increments

Board Terms

Board terms follow a structured commitment:

  • Initial term: One (1) year
  • Subsequent terms: Three (3) years, then Five (5) year increments

Key Roles We Are Recruiting For

1. Advocacy Leader

We seek an experienced advocacy professional to lead our efforts in increasing public awareness, influencing policy, and strengthening our community engagement. This leader should have:
  • A history of successfully implementing advocacy campaigns.
  • Experience working with local, state, or national policymakers.
  • Prior nonprofit board experience or formal board training.

2. Connector & Community Builder

We are looking for a well-connected leader passionate about our mission who can leverage their network to support Team Unity’s initiatives. This individual should have:
  • Strong relationships with decision-makers in government, corporate, or nonprofit sectors.
  • A track record of supporting causes aligned with Team Unity’s mission.
  • Prior nonprofit board experience or formal board training.

Revenue Streams & Organizational Funding

Team Unity Incorporated was originally incorporated in 1994 in New York State and restructured as a 501(c)(3) organization in 2016. Our primary sources of revenue include:
  • Federal, State, and Local (NYC) Grants
  • Corporate Grants & Sponsorships
  • Fundraising Events (including the renowned Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic)
  • Fiscal Sponsorships
  • Private Donations

Join Us

If you are passionate about making a difference and believe in our mission, we invite you to consider joining the Board of Directors at Team Unity Incorporated. Together, we can continue to drive meaningful impact, foster community resilience, and create lasting change.