The Albany Downtown Association is seeking applications for youth members of our Board of Directors. We are looking for a dedicated, insightful and creative individual from each of our three Albany high schools to serve a 12-month term (July 2025-June 2026) with full board responsibilities excluding voting privileges.
Board meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from 8:30 to 9:30 am in Downtown Albany. All board members serve on a committee (Design, Economic Vitality, Outreach or Promotion). Committee monthly meeting dates and times are provided in the application packet. Applicants must be in good standing with their school and complete an application and an interview, as deemed necessary.
2025-26 Timeline
Applications Open: Monday, April 7th, 2025
Application Deadline: Friday, May 9th, 2025
Application Review: Monday, May 12th, 2025
Interviews, as needed: Week of May 19th – May 23rd, 2025
Selection Announcement: Monday, May 26th, 2025
1st Meeting/Board Approval: Thursday, July 10th, 2025 (Option to start in Aug. or Sept.)
Final Board Meeting:
The Albany Downtown Association was established over 40 years ago. We are accredited by Main Street America and Oregon Main Street. Main Street America leads an inclusive, impact-driven movement dedicated to reenergizing and strengthening older and historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts nationwide.
To learn more and download the application and supporting documents, click the links below:
Physical Board application packets are available on request.
2025 HS Board Member Application
Informational letter and application instructions
Volunteer Application 2024, due at 1st Board meeting, if selected
Volunteer / Committee Information
Albany Downtown Association Information:
Doing Business in Downtown Albany
Main Street & Board Service Information:
Oregon Main Street – Albany Boundaries Map
Oregon Main Street – Board Handbook
Oregon DOJ – Guide to Nonprofit Board Service
Additional Resources:
Submit the completed application with cover letter/email to Lise Grato, Executive Director, at director@albanydowntown.com or at 126 Ferry Street SW, Albany, OR 97321 on or before Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 11:59 pm.
Questions? Contact Lise Grato at (541) 928-2469 or director@albanydowntown.com