Alumni in Action: Nonprofit Board & Volunteer Recruitment Fair

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Bringing together mission-driven nonprofits and passionate professionals ready to make a meaningful impact through board service.

Are you ready to channel your professional expertise into meaningful social impact? The SPS Office of Alumni Relations is delighted to offer a unique opportunity for alumni to connect with promising nonprofits at critical inflection points in their development.

This isn't your typical networking event. We've carefully curated an evening where we bring mission-driven nonprofits looking for new board members - either forming their very first professional boards or refreshing their leadership positions - together with alumni who are eager to make a meaningful impact.

Why This Matters: You'll help shape an organization's future direction during its most crucial growth phase. Your professional skills in management, finance, marketing, operations, legal, technology, or other areas could be exactly what these nonprofits are looking for and need to thrive.

What to Expect: This is professional matchmaking focused on finding the right fit for both parties—not just presentations, but meaningful conversations about shared values and complementary expertise.

  • Alumni can expect to meet with multiple organizations, learn about their mission, and hear firsthand about their work.
  • Learn about volunteer and board opportunities and ways to get involved
  • Explore how board service can deepen your leadership skills while supporting causes you care about.
  • Mix and mingle with fellow like-minded alumni.

Whether you're a seasoned board member or exploring your first nonprofit governance or volunteer role, this event offers the chance to connect with passionate leaders building organizations that matter.

You'll learn about innovative approaches to social challenges while discovering if your skills align with their needs. Don't miss this opportunity to find your next board match and amplify your impact in the nonprofit sector.

For questions about this event, please contact spsalumni [[at]] columbia [[dot]] edu.