2026 PHA Board Applications

Open This August

Thank you for your interest in joining the San Diego Postpartum Health Alliance's Board of Directors

Serving on the Board is not only a fun and rewarding experience, it is also a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.

To fully understand the skills and commitment needed for the open positions, please review general Board member responsibilities and your desired position's role description below.

Qualifications

PHA values diversity and encourages candidates from all professional, racial, and cultural backgrounds to apply to the Board. In an intentional effort to represent the San Diego community, individuals from marginalized identities are strongly encouraged to apply. PHA is a local, community-based nonprofit. For that reason, we ask that only San Diego County residents apply.

Due to the dynamic needs of the organization, you do NOT need to have a clinical background nor do you need to be a perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) professional to apply. Ideal candidates are passionate about PHA's mission and have the time and skills necessary to carry out their position of interest.

Non Discrimination Policy

PHA works toward inclusion and equity for all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, expression, gender identity or veteran status. It is important that candidates for our Board adhere to this policy both professionally and personally.

Confidentiality

Please rest assured that your application will be kept confidential. Applications are used by the Board of Directors to identify and evaluate potential Board candidates. All new Directors are elected by a majority vote of current Board members.

If you have any questions or need any assistance please email: info@postpartumhealthalliance.org

Board Overview

PHA’s funding and operations are largely brought to life by our passionate volunteer Board of Directors. The Board is supported by our incredible Program Manager, PHA's professional members and passionate Warmline volunteers; however, PHA's existence ultimately relies on each Board member's dedication and ability to independently carry out their position's role and commitments.

BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMMITMENTS

The PHA Board of Directors is a working board, meaning each director a) contributes to the strategic planning and financial oversight of the organization, and b) performs the day-to-day work of the organization within their assigned position's role and in collaboration with other Directors.

Commitments for all Board members include:

Serve a minimum of a 2 year term on the Board. Fulfill an individual Board contribution of $250 per year (includes PHA membership fee) through personal fundraising efforts (e.g. via social media fundraiser) or direct payments (lump sum or quarterly installments). Attend and actively participate in monthly Board meetings each year. Meetings are held via Zoom on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9 to 11 am. Must attend a minimum of 10 meetings per year. Complete monthly Board reports on time, even if not attending the meeting. Prepare for meetings by reviewing agenda, Board reports, and email attachments. Attend a cultural competency/diversity training of your choice once per 2 year term. Stay informed about PHA and perinatal affairs, be prepared for meetings, complete monthly board reports, and participate in PHA events and committees. Actively seek opportunities to advance PHA's mission and resources and recruit diverse professional members, Board members, and volunteers. Build collegial working relationships with other Board members and abide by PHA's policy to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all aspects of PHA's operations. Attend PHA Education Events, Board social events, and help with Social and Training Events when available.

2025 Filled Board Roles

Equity + Inclusion Co-Chair

Collaborate withTraining Chair, Education Chair, website and marketing vendors to ensure PHA’s materials, messaging, and imagery represents PHA’s value of diversity and inclusion.

Provide relevant articles, resources, and materials to the Board that can also be adopted for Social Media.

Increase accessibility for disabled participants of training, education, and social events.

Develop strategy to recruit Board members and PHA professional members that reflect the diversity of San Diego families, as well as providers that serve those disproportionately affected by PMADs.

Work with Community Partnerships Chair to establish relationships with businesses and organizations that specialize in supporting diverse populations.

Review PSI training scholarship applications and award scholarships to providers serving minority populations (in coordination with PSI Liaison).

Collaborate with the Grants Chair to pursue funds for equitable access to treatment for individuals and families affected by PMADs.

Meet with each PHA program chair following goal setting exercise at Annual Retreat to identify 1-2 specific ways to integrate equity and inclusion efforts into their efforts.

Present opportunities for diversity training to our Board members via email and in Board meetings.

Events Chair

Plan two PHA social events per year: one in the Spring and one in the Fall.

Work closely with the Board to identify dates and programming for Social Events at the start of the year and again mid-year.

Work with the Treasurer to set the events budget.

Create evites for social events; track RSVPs.

Solicit donations/sponsors for event space, food, beverages.

Organize location, food/drinks, and recruit volunteers to help set up/host/clean up.

Coordinate with the Fundraising Chair to integrate fundraising activities into events.

Assist with planning for the annual Board Retreat and Board Holiday Party.

Provide information to our social media vendor for promotion of events.

Fundraising Chair

Lead community fundraising efforts for PHA in collaboration with Events and Grants Chairs.

Coordinate and execute silent auctions and other efforts at Membership Social Events. File application in advance with the DOJ for approval of raffles/tickets of opportunity.

Set yearly fundraising goals in coordination with the Treasurer.

Track online donations via Zeffy; Work with website developers to integrate Zeffy donation capabilities on our website.

Coordinate with the Program Manager to send thank you notes to donors within one month of donation.

Host at least one fundraising event or effort per year.

Grants + Development Co-Chair

Seek and apply for grants that support PHA’s programs and general operations and increase access to care for underserved populations across San Diego County.

Review the annual budget with the Treasurer when mid-year grant cycle applications open and create specific goals to secure funds to support ongoing PHA efforts.

Work with Equity + Inclusion Chair to develop grant objectives dedicated to supporting local underserved populations and providers of color.

Track grants progress with the Treasurer; communicate needs to the Board to ensure grant requirements are met.

Complete summary report and share with the grantor (usually once per year).

Utilize software program to pull data for grant applications and potential funding sources.

Respond to community requests regarding potential funding sources.

Responsible for data entry and database management.

As a working board, additional support is always appreciated.

Please review our complete list of Board positions. If you see a filled position that interests you, you may express that interest by completing an application. Current members may shift roles or we may add a co-chair for a given role.

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