All Board members should hold themselves accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Contribute meaningfully to the Board’s core work of organizational oversight and fiduciary duties, organizational planning, mobilizing adequate resources, and providing ongoing guidance and support to the Executive Director.
• Attend and actively participate in at least 75% of Board meetings and activities.
• Serve as an active ABN advocate and ambassador, engaging in outreach, including to new board members, when necessary. 
• Participate in our Culture of Philanthropy by making a personally meaningful annual contribution and actively participating in ABN fundraising efforts. 
• Serve on one or more committees or ad-hoc task forces, as needed.
• Participate in regular self-assessment of Board effectiveness.
• Actively maintain the integrity of ABN’s governance by strictly adhering to conflict-of-interest policies and engaging in regular, transparent reviews of organizational compliance and risk management practices.   
• Actively provide strategic guidance on organizational sustainability and financial health, leveraging personal expertise to support the Executive Director.