Volunteer Board Director

Ruth’s Way, Inc.

Volunteer Board Director

Job Description

Help Shape the Future. Empower the Next Generation. Lead With Purpose.

Use Your Leadership to Make a Lasting Difference.

Do you believe every young person deserves the opportunity to achieve a brighter future?

Are you passionate about strengthening families, empowering youth, and creating meaningful change within your community?

Ruth’s Way, Inc. is seeking dedicated, visionary, and mission-driven professionals to join our Board of Directors and help guide the continued growth and impact of our organization.

Serving on the Board of Directors is more than a volunteer opportunity—it is an opportunity to help shape the future of an organization that is transforming the lives of adolescent girls and strengthening families throughout Allegheny County.

Whether your expertise is in education, business, finance, law, marketing, fundraising, behavioral health, nonprofit leadership, human resources, government, technology, or community engagement, your leadership can help expand our mission and deepen our impact.

If you’re ready to use your experience to help change lives and leave a lasting legacy, we invite you to become part of the Ruth’s Way family.

About Ruth’s Way, Inc.

Ruth’s Way, Inc. is a faith-informed nonprofit Achievement Consulting Agency dedicated to empowering adolescent girls ages 10–17 to recognize their strengths, overcome barriers, and achieve long-term success.

Through individualized Achievement Consultation, school-based Fabulous Forums, family engagement, and strategic community partnerships, we equip youth with the confidence, life skills, and support systems needed to thrive academically, emotionally, socially, and personally.

Our work is rooted in our core values of Family, Friendship, and Faithfulness, inspired by the biblical example of Ruth and reflected in every relationship we build.

About the Opportunity

As a Volunteer Board Director, you’ll serve as a strategic leader, advocate, and ambassador for Ruth’s Way.

Working alongside fellow Board members and organizational leadership, you’ll help establish organizational priorities, strengthen community partnerships, support responsible governance, and ensure Ruth’s Way continues expanding its impact throughout the region.

This is an exceptional opportunity for professionals who want to use their knowledge, leadership, and influence to create meaningful, measurable change for youth and families.

What You’ll Do

As a member of the Board of Directors, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and governance that supports the long-term success of Ruth’s Way.
• Help shape organizational goals, priorities, and future initiatives.
• Participate actively in Board meetings and committee work.
• Provide professional insight and guidance based on your expertise.
• Support organizational sustainability through strategic planning and thoughtful decision-making.
• Serve as a passionate ambassador for Ruth’s Way throughout the community.
• Build relationships that increase awareness, partnerships, sponsorships, and community support.
• Participate in fundraising initiatives, donor cultivation, special events, and resource development activities.
• Assist with identifying and recruiting future Board members, volunteers, and strategic partners.
• Promote Ruth’s Way’s mission, accomplishments, and opportunities through professional networks and social media.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of organizational resources while upholding strong ethical and fiduciary standards.

We’re Especially Interested in Meeting…

We welcome applicants from all professional backgrounds and strongly encourage individuals with experience in:

• Executive Leadership
• Business Ownership or Entrepreneurship
• Finance, Accounting, or Banking
• Law or Legal Services
• Human Resources
• Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations
• Fundraising and Development
• Education or Higher Education
• Behavioral Health or Healthcare
• Social Work or Human Services
• Government or Public Policy
• Information Technology or Cybersecurity
• Community Development
• Nonprofit Leadership
• Philanthropy or Foundation Leadership
• Faith-Based Leadership

We also encourage applications from:

• Community advocates
• Civic leaders
• Young professionals interested in nonprofit governance
• Parents and guardians passionate about youth development
• Individuals with lived experience overcoming adversity
• Former volunteers, mentors, educators, or youth-serving professionals

A diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our Board and enhances our ability to serve the community.

What You’ll Gain

Serving on the Ruth’s Way Board of Directors provides opportunities to:

• Help shape the future of a growing and respected nonprofit organization.
• Make a measurable impact on the lives of youth and families.
• Collaborate with accomplished leaders from diverse professional backgrounds.
• Expand your executive leadership and nonprofit governance experience.
• Build valuable professional and community relationships.
• Develop expertise in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and nonprofit stewardship.
• Give back to your community in a meaningful and lasting way.
• Leave a legacy that positively impacts future generations.

Board Member Commitment

Board members are expected to:

• Attend regularly scheduled Board meetings and actively participate in committee work.
• Review meeting materials in advance and contribute thoughtfully to discussions.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest ethical standards.
• Support fundraising efforts through personal participation, advocacy, relationship building, and resource development.
• Serve as ambassadors who promote Ruth’s Way’s mission, programs, and community impact.
• Assist in recruiting qualified Board members, volunteers, and organizational partners.
• Participate in agency events and community engagement opportunities whenever possible.
• Support organizational visibility by sharing agency news, accomplishments, and events through professional and personal networks.

Service on the Board of Directors is voluntary and without compensation. Reimbursement for approved administrative, travel, or meeting-related expenses may be available in accordance with organizational policy.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity may be a great fit if you:

• Believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.
• Enjoy collaborating with other passionate leaders.
• Want to use your professional experience to strengthen your community.
• Value ethical leadership, accountability, and servant leadership.
• Are excited about helping a growing organization expand its reach and impact.
• Believe that investing in youth today creates stronger communities tomorrow.

Whether you’re an experienced executive, an emerging professional, a business owner, an educator, a healthcare professional, or a community advocate, your perspective can make a meaningful difference.

Why Ruth’s Way?

Every young woman deserves someone who believes in her future.

Every family deserves support.

Every community deserves leaders willing to invest their time, talents, and expertise to create positive change.

As a Volunteer Board Director, you’ll help ensure Ruth’s Way continues empowering young women, strengthening families, and transforming communities for generations to come.

Leadership begins with service. Legacy begins with leadership. Join us in building brighter futures.

Ruth’s Way, Inc. does not and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.