AUXILIARY BOARD
The LYDIA Auxiliary Board Volunteer Team is a group of active young professionals dedicated to supporting the mission of LYDIA Home Association’s residential, foster, and intact programs. We accomplish this through volunteering, outreach, and fundraising.
Back in 2013, a group of dedicated LYDIA volunteers formed the LYDIA Core Auxiliary Volunteer Team. In just a few years, the board has already made a huge impact at LYDIA and in the lives of the 40 residents.
As ambassadors of LYDIA, the Volunteer Team members raise awareness about LYDIA’s mission and provide the community with opportunities to get involved with the 40 children and teens who live at LYDIA.
The members of the board are dedicated sponsors to the LYDIA residents, providing them with support through various initiatives throughout the year to cultivate improved mind, body, and spirit.
If you would like to be part of this, LYDIA is currently accepting applications for new members.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Executive leadership positions are held for a one-year term. The nominating committee appoints individuals for consideration, and a vote among Volunteer Team members may be held if more than one individual is appointed for consideration.
About each position
*President: Leads quarterly meetings; develops new initiatives; liaison between board and LYDIA.
*VP of Fundraising & Corporate Sponsorship: Identifies, seeks, and manages corporate donations and support; collaborates with board members to identify opportunities; leverages relationships and campaigns for support for specific projects and initiatives; develops prospects and nurtures campaign with short- and long-term goals; reports to president.
*VP of Membership: Recruits new members; manages members by encouraging participation; works with secretary to ensure proper communication; reports to president.
*VP of Events: Oversees all events; manages and coordinates event calendar; reports to president and works directly with VP of fundraising & corporate sponsorship and VP of membership.
*Publicity/Social Media Chair: Communicates information to members via newsletter and social media; communicates updates to LYDIA; handles correspondence with third parties when needed; reports to president.
*Treasurer: Tracks budget; approves spending/reimbursements; signee on account (if applicable); reports to VP of fundraising & corporate sponsorship.
Advisor/LYDIA Staff Member: Liaison between board and LYDIA; acts as advisor to board on LYDIA policies and practices; coordinates scheduling of resident’s events.
*Birthday Party Planner: Plans and coordinates each birthday party; maintains schedule and oversees day of event (or assigns point person for day of party); reports to VP of events and LYDIA advisor.
Meet our Core Volunteer Team
Leadership
President: Kelsey Myers
VP of Events: Brian Alexander
VP of Events: Marlene Welch
VP of Residential/Birthday Parties: Josie Beck
Treasurer: Elizabeth Torres
VP of Christmas Party: Jill Frank
Active Members
Daniel Frank
Audra Alexander
Jill Frank
Laurel Rundle
Michael Zemke
Naomi Twigg
Ryan Myers
Stacey Brown
Tatyana Novatzky
Emma Nowacki
Kimberly Massa
Partner Members
Angie Harrison
Rachel Lutz
Erica Rohr
Mustafa Hussain
Elizabeth Winter
Volunteer Team FAQs
Our Mission
The LYDIA Volunteer Team’s mission is defined as a group of active young professionals dedicated to supporting the mission of LYDIA Home Association’s residential program through volunteering, outreach, and fundraising.
As ambassadors of LYDIA, the Volunteer Team members raise awareness about LYDIA’s mission and provide the community with opportunities to get involved with the 40 children and teens who live at LYDIA.
The members of the board are dedicated sponsors to the LYDIA residents, providing them with support through various initiatives throughout the year to cultivate improved mind, body, and spirit.
Responsibilities
Develop, organize, and implement annual event(s) for the purpose of generating awareness and financial resources for LYDIA’s residential program.
Organize and execute the annual Christmas party.
Plan and volunteer at monthly birthday parties for residents.
Plan and volunteer at various events: college/job fairs, health and wellness events, weekend activities/outings, tutoring, etc.
Advocate for LYDIA’s residential program and LYDIA as an agency at professional and community affiliations.
Help LYDIA obtain corporate sponsorship and introduction to new contacts.
Active Member Info
Active Membership Roles:
Support the mission of LYDIA
Commit to a term of at least one year
Invest in LYDIA through an annual membership fee of $100
Attend two general meetings (out of four annually)
Participate and help plan at least two birthday parties each year
Participate in at least one board event
Community outreach to friends and families to encourage event attendance, raffle tickets, volunteerism, and monetary and in-kind donations
Active Membership Benefits:
Name recognition on board invitations (when appropriate)
Recognized on LYDIA’s website
Opportunities to enjoy special privileges such as invitations to special events, behind-the-scenes tours, etc.
Partner Membership Info
Partner Membership Roles:
Support the mission of LYDIA
Invest in LYDIA through an annual membership fee of $50
Participate in, at minimum, eight board events per year (includes birthday parties, and events)
Community outreach to friends and families to encourage event attendance, raffle tickets, volunteerism, and monetary and in-kind donations
Partner Membership Benefits:
Recognized on LYDIA’s website
Opportunities to enjoy special privileges such as invitations to special events, behind-the-scenes tours, etc.
Volunteer at two birthday parties a year
how to get involved
Please complete the form to the right to apply for the LYDIA Auxiliary Board Team.
While we understand that Volunteer Team members have many commitments, it is expected that an active Volunteer Team member will agree with the LYDIA Volunteer Team Terms & Conditions.
If you have any questions, contact us by email or call (773) 653-2249. A leader in development or an auxiliary board leader will be in touch with you soon regarding your application.