Fix Democracy First Board Member Application
Please complete this application to be considered to join the Fix Democracy First Board.

Fix Democracy First (FDF) is a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization focused on achieving fair elections and government policies that reflect the will of the people, not the power of money. Our focus is on reforms intended to strengthen democracy in Washington State and nationally, that include campaign finance reform, public funding of elections, ranked choice voting, reversing Citizens United, expanding voting access, and increasing civic participation. We advocate on these issues by testifying on behalf of our members and supporters, as well as through public events and workshops. 


Goals for Fix Democracy First (FDF) board and committee structure/operations:
1. To expand the FDF board of directors to include constituent and geographic diversity, experience and representation of FDF and of allied organizations
2. To strengthen the board’s statewide presence so as to identify and coordinate major policy issues and organizing strategies and to build membership and a sustainable organization.
3. To clarify FDF’s committees and define roles, responsibility, leadership and committee operation.

Outline of Board Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Legal/Fiduciary Role
     a. Statutory
     b. General Responsibilities:
          i. Governance:
             • Oversee/Evaluate Employees
             • Review/Monitor Programs
          ii. Leadership
              • In partnership with our 501(c)(3), Fix Democracy First Education Fund, guide the 
                 mission and direction
           iii. Stewardship: Ensure dedication to, and use of assets for, the benefit of the
                public good.
       c. Specific Responsibilities:
           i. Hire/support/evaluate/discharge staff
           ii. Review and approve annual budget
           iii. Review and approve major organizational decisions, commitments, and plans
                including expenditures,  loans, and leases
           iv. Evaluate progress toward program and financial goals
           v. Ensure the continuity of the organization through development of resources
           vi. In conjunction with 501(c)(4), provide leadership on organizational transition, 
                 structure and planning
           vii. Conduct affairs of the board including board development, transition, and 
                  effectiveness
         d. Meeting Specific Responsibilities Through:
             i. Recruitment and Orientation of board members
             ii. Information Flow: Financial statements, reporting re: programs, operations and
                 planning
             iii. Each Director's Exercise of Informed, Independent Judgement
             iv. Appropriate Board Organization and Continuity
             v. Board Meetings, Agendas, Minutes, Documentation
             vi. Appropriate Committee Structure
             vii. Protecting Assets of Organization

 2. Necessary Supporting Functions
      a. Fundraising
      b. Planning & Organizing
      c. Public and Community Relations
      d. Accounting & Finance
      e. Others as Needed
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