Governance Subcommittee Goal_Draft

Chandler Museum Foundation 
Governance Subcommittee Goal 
 
I. 
Purpose 
The purpose of the Governance Subcommittee is to develop the capacity of the 
Chandler Museum Foundation (CMF) to fulfil its Mission.  
 
II. 
Composition and Reporting 
The subcommittee includes the CMF Vice-Chair and at least two other board 
members, but no more than five members. Staff shall be present at meetings. 
The subcommittee reports to the Executive Subcommittee.  
 
III. 
Strategies 
 
Fiduciary – Provide oversight and strategy related to budget, fundraising, 
sponsorships, membership, and other revenue generating activities. 
 
Strategic – Set and monitor goals in all areas; provide intention recruitment and 
cultivation of board candidates; and plan and execute annual board retreat. 
 
Generative – Initiate productive discussion around challenges and opportunities 
in collaboration with staff. 
 
IV. 
Tasks / Tactics 
Maintain and update the CMF board binder. 
Create an onboarding process for new board members; test it with current 
members. 
Identify needs related to skills and attributes of potential board members; seek 
candidates that meet those criterion. 
Review financial audits.

Review and suggest changes to policies and procedures of the CMF. Provide a 
schedule for reviewing items such as bylaws, membership criteria and process, 
etc., on a rotating basis. 
In collaboration with staff, draft an agenda for the annual retreat. 
Develop a report on activities of the subcommittee and deliver twice/year to 
Chandler Museum Foundation Board. 
Other governance tasks as required. 
V. 
Meeting Frequency – Quarterly or bi-monthly