The Albany Downtown Association is seeking applications for a youth member of our Board of Directors. We are looking for a dedicated, insightful and creative individual from one of our three Albany high schools to serve a seven-month term (Nov 2024-May 2025) with full board responsibilities and 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.
2024-25 Timeline
Applications Open: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Applications Deadline: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Application Review: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Interviews, as needed: Week of October 28- Nov 1, 2024
Selection Announcement: Monday, Nov 4, 2024
1st Meeting/Board Approval: Thursday, November 14, 2024
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.
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 and high school approval 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