Smart Start of Mecklenburg County (SSMC) is seeking committee volunteers for our fiscal year 2023-2024. Committee members serve a one year term (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024) and can renew annually at the discretion of SSMC. Committee members may serve on up to 2 committees at a time. The number of community members required by committee is determined by the committee chair. Candidates will receive a follow-up regarding their application in July or August 2023. Spaces are limited but opportunities to join will be available on an annual basis. Applications are due by July 31, 2023.
Committee Descriptions
Committee Descriptions
Finance Committee: Provide oversight and strategic direction related to the finances of SSMC. Responsibilities include reviewing program and funding recommendations, monitoring spending, reviewing financial reports, providing leadership during internal and external audits.
Development Committee: Develop, lead and participate in activities related to increasing brand awareness, advocacy, and fundraising to further expand SSMC's mission.
Community Investment Committee: Research, discuss, analyze, and recommend funding for programs and activities that support the objective of ensuring all children enter school healthy and ready to learn.
MECK Pre-K Committee: Provide oversight and leadership of MECK Pre-K programming and finances ensuring the program maintains it's commitment to accessibility and high-quality education; serve as a point of escalation for conflicts related to disputes, grievances, etc.