Board Member

Get involved! Make a difference to those who are facing barriers to employment.

Goodwill Industries of Alberta (Goodwill) is currently seeking Volunteer Board Members.  This is a great opportunity to be involved with an organization making great strides in enriching the lives of people with disabilities and barriers within the Alberta community. 

Our volunteer Board of Directors typically dedicate 5 – 8 hours per month for board and committee meetings, and community events.  Directors on the board's executive committee have additional duties, requiring an additional time commitment.

Our Mission Statement

Through the power of work, Goodwill provides individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment the opportunity to enhance their lives.

Goodwill is a not-for-profit organization that supports the Alberta community by providing employment readiness skills training, career services, and job placement for Albertans with disabilities in Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie. Goodwill is also one of the largest employers of people with disabilities in Western Canada. At Goodwill we value respecting each other, acting with integrity, working as one team, providing exceptional customer service, recognizing each other’s contributions and working safely. To learn more about Goodwill Industries of Alberta visit www.goodwill.ab.ca. 

Goodwill champions diversity, equity and inclusion.  Our award-winning organization nurtures a culture of openness and trust, where all team members share a sense of belonging. We are proud to have been recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Culture in 2024.    As a leader is sustainability, Goodwill is committed to reducing our environmental impact, currently diverting over 90% of donated goods from local landfills.  

About Our Board of Directors

Goodwill’s Board of Directors is comprised of leaders from the Alberta community who are dedicated to supporting and promoting Goodwill’s mission.  They champion the importance of providing exceptional leadership and believe in serving people.

Currently, we are seeking applicants with a background in board leadership, governance and strategic outlook to support Goodwill’s growth strategy as well as the desire to enrich the lives of people with disabilities.  We are seeing board members to represent from across Alberta.  To compliment the skills already represented on our Board, we are also seeking new members who are knowledgeable in the areas of Financial Planning/Forecasting, Sustainability, Information Technology, Real estate/Leasing, Training and Job Placement for People with Disabilities and Legal, and who reflect the diversity of Alberta.  It is our preference that while individuals may be recognized as subject matter experts, they appreciate the big picture and are committed to advancing the over mission of Goodwill.

As a Goodwill Volunteer Board Member, your key responsibilities are to:

•	Be able to dedicate 5-8 hours per month (September - June) for preparation and participation in board and committee meetings and attending community events from time to time. Board and committee meetings are typically held on Tuesday evenings.  We have 2 Saturday Summits (fall/spring) per year and on AGM/social on a Friday night before June 30th of each year.
•	Be an active advocate who promotes the organization’s programs and act as an ambassador for Goodwill’s overall purpose and mission.
•	Be fully engaged in public relations to secure partnerships and financial resources to advance Goodwill’s mission.
•	Strengthen the organization’s position by participating on board and ad hoc committees, and by providing leadership, advisement and guidance.

Why should you volunteer as a Goodwill Board Member?

•	Engage with diverse individuals and grow your network of like-minded community leaders.
•	To help build a stronger, sustainable Goodwill and create meaningful employment for Albertans with disabilities or barriers.
•	Apply your expertise in a socially responsible, non-profit organization and help advance Goodwill’s social impact within the Alberta community.
•	Enhance your career by providing a different perspective on what it takes to deliver impact, raise resources and ensure accountability of an enterprise enhancing social good.
•	Meet a diverse range of people.
•	Feel great about making a meaningful, positive impact on your community.