Join SVYCA’s Board!

 

Applications Due November 15th

Join the SVYCA Board of Directors

Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action (SVYCA) is looking for two new board members to help us grow our impact and our resources.

About SVYCA
SVYCA is a youth-led nonprofit that empowers teens and young adults to take on climate change through youth organizing, policy, and education. Our mission is developing and empowering youth leaders to take collective climate action through youth organizing, policy, and education initiatives that drive lasting impact.

  • 15 Student Action Teams with 175+ students across the Bay Area

  • 3 full-time staff

  • Annual budget of about $500,000

Learn more about our work

Who we’re looking for
We want people who care about youth leadership and climate action and who will help us build a stronger, more sustainable organization. We’re especially interested in candidates who bring one or more of the following:

  • Fundraising experience. A track record of raising money for nonprofits, ideally 10+ years.

  • Financial commitment. The ability to give or help raise $5,000 per year, through personal giving, your network, or a combination. 

  • Visibility and connections. Relationships and platforms that can expand SVYCA’s reach among donors, businesses, and community partners.

If you don’t check every box but are committed to our mission and bring skills we need, please apply.

What you’ll do
Our board focuses on strategic leadership while staying connected to our grassroots work. Staff handle day-to-day operations, so your time goes to:

  • Governance and oversight, including board and committee meetings

  • Supporting fundraising

  • Attending selected events and supporting Student Action Teams

Time commitment
About 3-5 hours per month. Terms are two years and renewable.

See how board members contribute to SVYCA

How to apply

  1. Apply. Complete the application form 

  2. Meet the board. Finalists attend a board meeting, where you’ll ask questions and we’ll ask ours.

  3. Get invited. Selected candidates receive a formal invitation to join.

  4. Join. If you accept, you’ll attend the next board meeting as a board member.

Questions? Contact SVYCA’s Executive Director Ze-Kun Li at ze@svyouthclimateaction.org

APPLICATIONS DUE NOVEMBER 15TH

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2026 SVYCA Board

 

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