Overview
Board Member: Advancing Accessible Dental Care Jobs in Atlanta, USA at DDD Foundation, Inc.
Board Member – DDD Foundation, Inc. (Dentistry for the Developmentally Disabled) Unpaid Volunteer Leadership Role
About the DDD Foundation, Inc.
Our Mission:
The DDD Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to offering accessible, comprehensive dental treatment to patients with developmental disabilities.
Our Vision:
To significantly improve oral health of the developmentally disabled population
The DDD Foundation is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate dental care to patients with developmental disabilities. We believe everyone deserves dignity, access, and high-quality healthcare. Through our state-of-the-art dental clinic in Atlanta, we transform lives every day by delivering care that many of our patients cannot receive anywhere else.
Why Join the Board?
- Serving on the Board of the DDD Foundation is an opportunity to make a tangible, life-changing impact on one of the most underserved populations in healthcare. As a board member, you will:
- Drive meaningful change – help expand access to vital dental care for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
- Shape the future of the Foundation – contribute your expertise, network, and vision to help us grow, thrive, and serve more patients.
- Gain personal fulfillment – experience the joy of seeing your leadership translate into brighter smiles and healthier lives.
- Grow your network – collaborate with a passionate group of leaders, community advocates, and professionals who share a common mission.
- Enhance your leadership skills – nonprofit board service is a powerful platform for professional development and visibility.
What We’re Looking For
We seek active, engaged leaders who are committed to rolling up their sleeves and moving the mission forward. Our ideal board members are:
- Passionate about equity in healthcare and improving quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Willing to leverage their time, talents, and networks to support fundraising, advocacy, and strategic growth.
- Excited to serve as ambassadors for the DDD Foundation in the community.
- Ready to actively participate in board meetings, committee work, and events.
- Generous in spirit – willing to make a personally meaningful financial contribution to the Foundation and help open doors to new supporters.
Expectations of a Board Member
- To act as a voting member of the Board of Directors with full authority and responsibility to develop policies for the operation of the DDD Foundation, Inc., to fulfill fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience, and to monitor the DDD Foundation’s financial health, legal compliance, programs, and overall performance.
- Attend and actively participate in a minimum of four bi-monthly board meetings. There are a total of six board meetings per year (February, April, June, August, October and December). Most meetings are held virtually, but August and December require in-person attendance.
- Join a committee that speaks to you and actively participate in committee activities as needed.
- Serve as an advocate and ambassador for the Foundation in personal and professional circles.
- Contribute to fundraising efforts through personal giving and by connecting us with potential donors, sponsors, and partners.
- Support and attend major events, such as the annual Dental Dash at Dawn 5K.
- Offer guidance, expertise, and oversight to ensure the Foundation’s mission, values, and long‑term sustainability.
- Make a minimum $500 personal contribution to the Foundation annually.
- Maintain confidentiality in all board matters
- Disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest and comply with all DDD Foundation conflict of interest and ethics policies. (A Conflict of Interest form is distributed to all board members for signature at the February meeting each year).
Time Commitment
- Board Term:
Three years, renewable once for a maximum of six years - Meetings:
Minimum of four per year (with committee participation as needed) - Events:
One-to-two signature events annually
The Reward
This is an unpaid, volunteer leadership position. The reward comes in the form of impact, influence, and inspiration. As a board member, you’ll help ensure that thousands of patients with developmental disabilities receive the oral health care they deserve – and you’ll play a pivotal role in sustaining a mission that few other organizations in the nation can match.
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Title: Board Member: Advancing Accessible Dental Care
Company: DDD Foundation, Inc.
Location: Atlanta, USA
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