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From Volunteer to Legacy Partner: Leaving a Lasting Impact on the Ministry
UGM operates 100% free from government funding. To effectively serve those in need, we rely on various types of generosity from the community—from...
We talk a lot about the impact of volunteers across our ministries. Here’s a group of partners we don’t often refer to as “volunteers,” but they still freely give their valuable time, energy and resources behind the scenes: the UGM Board of Directors. Talented, influential and caring people from right here in our community, they serve by providing godly oversight, vision and leadership for UGM.
By Michael D. Drew, UGM Board President
Ever wonder what actually goes on at a UGM Board meeting? You might be surprised!
Though strategic planning, policy setting and problem solving are valued by all of our board members…the flow of each meeting may be interrupted with:
The UGM board meets monthly and consists of about 25 mature Christian leaders from churches all over Spokane. These women and men bring keen spiritual discernment and thoughtful business acumen to every challenge and opportunity.
Throughout the month, every board member is actively engaged on at least one committee: researching, problem-solving, praying, planning, and visioneering. Here is a glimpse into the UGM board committees and the important issues they address:
Though you may not see the exciting work that the UGM Board does behind the scenes, I can assure you that they are working “heartily as unto the Lord.” Thank you for letting me share this glimpse into the UGM board room!
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