Join the Board of Directors

Our board is the heart of PDSC.

The Palouse Discovery Science Center’s Board of Directors is a passionate team of community leaders from diverse industries, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, they work to advance PDSC’s mission and vision, offering vital support to the Executive Director, staff, and volunteers through strategic advisory committees, fundraising efforts, and programs and exhibit development. Ready to make a meaningful impact on STEAM education and your community? Start your journey as a board member or committee member by applying below.

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Palouse Discovery Science Center

New Board Member and Committee Member Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer board or committee member with the Palouse Discovery Science Center. So that we can get to know you better, please fill out the following application. A member of our team will reach out and schedule a time to talk more about opportunities and the next steps.

A little about the application process:

Typically, board member recruitment takes place in January of each year, with voting in February, and new members beginning their term of service in March. Committee members are added as needed, on an ongoing basis. You do not need to be a board member to be a committee member. Depending on your role, you may be asked to complete additional application materials including a background screening.

Contact Information

First name

Last name

Phone

Mailing Address

City

State

Zip

Company or organization

Interests & Experience

Why are you interested in becoming a board member or committee member of the Palouse Discovery Science Center (PDSC)?

Areas or roles you are interested in: (check as many as you like)

Have you worked with other community groups, service organizations, non-profits, etc.? If yes, please describe your role and experiences.

Do you have experience in fundraising, marketing, or community building? Would you be comfortable fundraising and attending events on behalf of the PDSC?

How do you think you can be of most value to the PDSC? In what ways are you excited to contribute?

Availability & Time Commitment

In addition to monthly board meetings, board members regularly contribute time to committee meetings, fundraising initiatives, events, and other projects (over video and in person). Board member terms are 3 years, with an option to rejoin.

Committee members might meet 1x/a month or several times in a short period depending on the needs of the group.

Please share a little about your availability. What monthly time commitment are you comfortable making to attend meetings, activities, and events? (1-2 hrs, 3-5 hrs, 10 hrs?) Are there times in the year when you are less available or unavailable?

Is there anything else you would like to share about yourself that you did not get a chance to explain above? Do you have any questions for us?

It is Palouse Discovery Science Center’s policy that there will be no discrimination or harassment in its programs, activities, or employment based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected under applicable local, state, or federal law.