Make a Difference in Your Community
Have you ever met someone struggling and not known how to help?
Have you seen someone without shelter on the street?
Have you known someone facing mental illness or substance use disorder?
Have you ever been that person needing help — and now want to give back?
Centers for Opportunity (CFO) offers you a way to make a difference.
By joining our Board of Directors as a volunteer, you can use your leadership skills to support individuals challenged by mental illness, substance use disorder, homelessness, or food insecurity.
About CFO
Centers for Opportunity (CFO) provides a wide range of peer support and related services throughout Northern Virginia for adults living with mental health challenges, substance use disorder, or homelessness.
We offer:
Peer support groups and one-on-one sessions
Employment assistance
Computer labs, Wi-Fi, and landline phone access
Recreational therapy and social opportunities
Community referrals and connections
Our five centers collectively support approximately 9,000 adults each year.
Our mission, focus in the health and human services sector, and our strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) guide everything we do.
We seek Board Members who:
Demonstrate a strong commitment to addressing mental health and substance use challenges.
Represent diverse communities, particularly women and persons of color.
May be peers in recovery who bring lived experience to their leadership.
Open Board Positions
We are seeking multiple volunteer Directors with expertise in the following areas:
1. Nonprofit Leadership & Development
Experience in nonprofit management, governance, or capacity building.
Background in supporting other nonprofits to improve specialized services and skills.
2. Community-Based Services
Experience delivering or managing programs that serve individuals with mental health or substance use challenges.
Backgrounds in clinical psychology, social work, or education are especially welcome.
Peers in recovery are encouraged to apply.
3. Event Management, Outreach, & Fundraising
Skills in community outreach, event planning, marketing, and fundraising.
Ability to expand CFO’s visibility and community engagement.
4. Finance, Audit, & Accounting
Expertise in financial oversight or nonprofit accounting.
Experience on audit or finance committees preferred.
Overview
Volunteer position with a two-year term.
Requires an average of 3–6 hours per month, depending on your role.
Candidates must reside in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
The Board meets virtually each month and in person once annually in Northern Virginia.
CFO is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board of Directors.
Roles
Support and advance CFO’s mission, goals, and policies.
Help shape long-range plans and strategic direction.
Uphold CFO’s integrity, independence, and ideals.
Provide guidance to the Executive Director on priorities, operations, development, and fundraising.
Exercise fiduciary responsibility, ensuring oversight of financials, audits, and performance against goals.
Responsibilities
Commit to the mission, goals, and values of CFO.
Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (including at least one in-person meeting per year).
Contribute your experience and expertise to Board discussions and decisions.
Recommend potential Board members or volunteers who align with CFO’s mission.
Avoid conflicts of interest and maintain ethical standards.
Stay informed about CFO’s programs and the communities we serve.
How to Apply
We welcome self-nominations for volunteer membership on the Board of Directors.
Please submit:
A cover letter explaining your interest in serving,
A resume outlining relevant experience and skills, and
A note on your availability and level of commitment.
Applications are due by December 21, 2025.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Send your materials to:
📧 CFOBoard@CentersforOpportunity.org
We look forward to hearing from you!
