The Board of Directors will determine how the organization will carry out its mission through long and short-range planning * adopt an annual budget and provide fiscal oversight * recruit, orient, and develop board members * hire and evaluate the performance of the executive director * evaluate its performance and overall performance of the organization in achieving the mission * establish policies for the effective management of the organization * shape and promote the organization's mission and strategic direction * review, monitor, and approve, where appropriate, the organization's programs, policies and bylaws * attend board meetings and appropriate committee meetings * actively serve on at least one committee * make an annual financial contribution to the organization * support and participate in fundraising activities and special events