Board Member Application

BMS is looking for community-minded, committed individuals to join our board. Candidates should meet the following requirements:

Have Community Connection

• Current or former patients of BMS who understand our mission firsthand

• Residents, stakeholders or community advocates in the Brownsville and East New York communities

• Individuals committed to addressing health disparities and promoting health equity

Bring Essential Skills and Passion

• Fundraising expertise - Help secure resources to expand our vital programs

• Advocacy experience - Champion policies that improve community health outcomes

• Grant writing and management - Support our pursuit of funding for innovative health initiatives

• Nonprofit financial management - Ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability

• Employment and workforce development - Help create pathways to economic stability

• Educational program development - Support initiatives that empower our community

HRSA Board Composition Requirements

•            The governing board must have 9–25 members.

•            At least 51% of board members must be patients** served by the health center, reflecting diversity in race, ethnicity, and

sex. (N:B ** Can be the parent of a patient)

•            Non-patient members must represent the community and bring relevant skills in areas such as community affairs, local

government, finance, legal, trade unions, social services, etc.

•            No more than 50% of non-patient members may earn more than 10% of their income from the healthcare industry.

•            Employees and their immediate family members (spouse, child, parent, sibling) are prohibited from serving on the board.

Ideal Candidates Demonstrate

• Commitment to Health Equity - Understanding that healthcare is a human right

• Community-Centered Approach - Prioritizing the voices and needs of those we serve

• Collaborative Spirit - Working effectively with diverse stakeholders

• Strategic Thinking - Contributing to long-term planning and sustainability

• Cultural Competency - Respecting and understanding our diverse community

• Professional Integrity - Upholding ethical standards in all decisions

Time Investment

• Attend monthly virtual board meetings (one evening per month)

• Participate actively in 1-2 ad hoc committees aligned with your expertise and interests

Committee Opportunities

• Health Equity & Advocacy Committee - Address systemic health disparities

• Development & Fundraising Committee - Secure sustainable funding

• Finance & Audit Committee - Oversee fiscal management and compliance

• Community Engagement Committee - Strengthen ties with residents and stakeholders

• Programs & Services Committee - Evaluate and expand healthcare offerings

• Governance & Strategic Planning Committee - Guide organizational direction

What We Offer Board Members

• Opportunity to directly impact the health and wellbeing of underserved communities

• Professional development through nonprofit governance experience

• Networking with community leaders and healthcare professionals

• Training and support for effective board service

• The satisfaction of continuing a 40+ year legacy of community transformation

PHONE: 718-345-5000

Join Our Board

Have Community Connection

Bring Essential Skills and Passion

HRSA Board Composition Requirements

Ideal Candidates Demonstrate

Time Investment

Committee Opportunities

What We Offer Board Members

Contact to apply

Join Our Board

Have Community Connection

Bring Essential Skills and Passion

HRSA Board Composition Requirements

Ideal Candidates Demonstrate

Time Investment

Committee Opportunities

What We Offer Board Members

Contact to apply

HRSA Board Composition Requirements

What We Offer Board Members