Job Description

YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation is recruiting up to three (3) new Directors to serve on the Foundation's Board of Directors commencing in the fall of 2025.



After a competency review, we are seeking individuals with strategic competencies to support the Foundation's goal to grow our endowment through current and future gifts. We are seeking individuals with the following attributes:


Personal commitment to strengthening our communities and enhancing the future financial sustainability of YMCA of Northern Alberta Senior leadership experience to help strengthen relationships and open discussions Previous community volunteer and volunteer board experience is an asset

About YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation

YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation is a separate charity from YMCA of Northern Alberta and oversees the management of our growing endowment funds, with current total assets of $7.3 million.



The goal of the Foundation is to support programs and services of the Association and growing the endowment funds by educating and asking individuals to consider making a current or planned gift to the foundation, thereby, over time, growing the size of the foundation. In addition, the Board is responsible to annually grant funds from the foundation towards the goals and objectives of YMCA of Northern Alberta.



Each year a portion of assets of YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation's endowment are used to fund the following YMCA of Northern Alberta priorities:


Programs and services offered by YMCA of Northern Alberta to help individuals and families in Awarding of grant funding via restricted funds as defined by donors. Nomination, selection and awarding of YMCA annual scholarships for staff. Awarding of grant funding to support the administration costs of the Foundation

About YMCA of Northern Alberta

YMCA of Northern Alberta is a charity recognized for its vital role in strengthening the foundations of community and dedicated to igniting the potential and development of thousands of people in spirit, mind and body. Our vision is: Thriving communities where everyone belongs and can shine.



As one of the largest YMCAs in Canada and charities in Alberta, our YMCA has annual revenues of $71 million, more than 1,400 employees and 350 volunteers whose efforts are grounded in the values of inclusion, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.



Guided by our vision and grounded in our core values, the YMCA's commitment to serve, learn and renew has ensured the Association's relevance to a changing community for more than 117 years.



The YMCA has both the responsibility and the opportunity to be a strong leader, partner and advocate in creating the communities we envision. Our Association's Strategic Plan focuses on three interrelated strategic directions:


Ignite the talent and potential of our people and culture. Ignite lifelong wellbeing and community connection. Ignite participation in the YMCA and the communities we serve.

The Association delivers a wide variety of programs and services that include health, fitness and aquatics, child care, community outreach and housing initiatives across northern and central Alberta (Edmonton, Wood Buffalo, Grande Prairie, Red Deer and their surrounding areas.)



We are committed to building healthy communities by:


Leading, partnering and advocating in order to strengthen the foundations of local and global communities. Valuing and respecting diverse perspectives and welcoming the participation of all Fostering opportunities for all individuals and families in our Nurturing personal growth in spirit, mind and Promoting holistic health and well-being. Cultivating future Encouraging philanthropy in all we Demonstrating our value and

YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation Heritage Club

The Heritage Club recognizes donors who have supported the Foundation's endowment either through current gifts or by planning a gift to the Foundation through their estate. Benefits of membership include:


Formal recognition and induction at the YMCA's Annual President's dinner Certificate of recognition Recognition in the Foundation's annual Impact Report to the community Bi-annual newsletters Exclusive invitations to social and educational events

The Leaders we want

YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation strives to integrate our value of inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives, and we actively strive to represent the communities in which we serve, and we welcome the participation of people who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of diversity in those communities.



We are seeking individuals that are involved in their local community and would welcome applications from individuals residing in the communities of Red Deer, Grande Prairie, Wood Buffalo, and the Edmonton and capital region.



If you feel that you can contribute to the Foundation Board please submit a cover letter, in confidence, including your resume, C/O: Tim Haak, Board Chair, YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation.



All applications must be submitted electronically via our online recruitment system. To apply, please visit: https://ymcanab.ca/join-our-team and view volunteer openings.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Sunday, July 20, 2025.

To learn more about YMCA of Northern Alberta Foundation and to obtain a copy of the Board of Directors volunteer profile, please visit our website https://ymcanab.ca/about-us.



If you have questions about this volunteer role please contact Nick Parkinson, President & CEO, YMCA of Northern Alberta at 780-499-9622.