Background
Hopewell Music Cooperative North (Hopewell Music) began in 2012 when two Northside music teachers shared a frustration over the diminishing access to music education. In turn, these teachers began offering lessons to area students and opened the only comprehensive music school in the area. Hopewell has continued to expand its programming to include ensembles, camps, workshops, and school programs.
Hopewell’s mission is to improve access to music education in North Minneapolis through affordable, inclusive, and engaging music programs. The organization envisions a thriving music community, where everyone has equal opportunity to nurture and share their talents regardless of race, income, ability, or musical background.
Hopewell’s 2021-2023 strategic plan is organized around the following 4 priorities (along with the board committees that address them):
- Continue to prioritize inclusivity within Hopewell’s programs and organization (diversity, equity & inclusion board committee)
- Communicate Hopewell’s mission, vision, and values to internal and external stakeholders (community engagement committee)
- Plan for and deliver financial results which sustain mission impact (finance board committee)
- Increase the effectiveness of organizational infrastructure (governance board committee)
Hopewell Music FY23 Budget: $355,749 (mainly foundations, government grants and individual contributions)
Desired Board Candidate Skills
Are you looking for ways to serve our Northside community? Join us as a member of the Board of Directors at Hopewell Music Cooperative North!
This is a great opportunity to give back to our Northside neighbors, build community connections, learn new skills, and support Hopewell’s efforts to improve access to music education in North Minneapolis. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including:
We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including:
- People of Color
- LGBTQ+ Individuals
- People with Disabilities
- Veterans
Hopewell Music is also seeking board members with skills in the following areas:
- Music as a Performer, Artist, or Listener
- Marketing and Communications
- Legal & Human Resources
- Building Community Relationships
Note: To ensure the board is representative of Hopewell’s constituents and wide array of viewpoints, we are particularly interested in connecting with people who have a direct connection to North Minneapolis.
Board Information
- Number of members currently: 8
- Meeting time and frequency: Bi monthly (every other month) on the third Tuesday from 6:30 - 8:00pm, plus quarterly committee meetings. Committee meetings are determined by committee team member availability.
- Meeting location: Hybrid
Board Expectations
- Time Expectation: 4 hours/month
- Financial Contribution Required: Yes, must be meaningful
- Service on Committee Required: Yes
- Length of Term: 2 Years
- Renewable: Yes
- Does nonprofit carry liability insurance? Yes
Board Hiring Timeline:
- Job posting: May
- Job deadline to apply: early July
- First round interviews: July
- Final interviews: late July
- Decision: Vote in new board members at August Board Meeting
To Apply:
To find out more information about Hopewell, visit www.hopewellmusic.com. To apply, go to https://forms.gle/E3oFSrVVE1T3iFDy7
Questions about this Board Opportunity?
Have any questions? Please email Jeannine Burnette, Board Chair, at board@hopewellmusic.com with your questions or to set up a call!
