MashUp Village Keeper Application

MashUp Village Keeper

(***Board Member*) Application**

Thank you for your interest in serving as a MashUp Village Keeper. Village Keepers are members of our board who help guide the organization, support its mission, and bring their experience, relationships, and care for community to the work.

Our Mission and Community: MashUp advances health equity by centering Black queer liberation and building unapologetic, identity-driven care systems shaped by our community. Wholeness is our path to healing.

Who Can Apply: While MashUp prioritizes Black queer people in Middle Tennessee, all are welcome to apply, regardless of background or location. Village Keepers do not have to live in Middle Tennessee. We are committed to a diverse board and to an inclusive, equitable environment consistent with MashUp's Non-Discrimination Policy.

What We Are Looking For in This Cycle: We are prioritizing applicants with fundraising experience. Previous board experience is preferred, but not required. Community knowledge, leadership, professional skills, and a willingness to contribute are also valued.

Village Keeper Commitments: Village Keepers attend four quarterly board meetings, virtually or in person, and serve on a committee. They must also participate in two annual events: MashUp Weekend and the Leadership Retreat. Additional meetings may be called as needed.

Each Village Keeper also commits to fundraising or donating at least $2,000 annually to MashUp, or providing 50 hours of skilled labor in a annual period.

Application Timeline Please apply by Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and all applicants will receive a final decision in November. For questions or assistance, contact our Chief Village Keeper Eric L. Cox by emailing: chiefvillagekeeper@mashupnashville.org.

First/Preferred Name

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Experience & Interest

Share your motivation for wanting to join MashUp! as a Village Keeper. Explain why you are passionate about our mission and how you envision contributing to our community's growth and development.

What experiences, skills, relationships, or perspectives would you bring to the board? Please include professional, volunteer, community, and lived experience you would like us to consider.

Tell us about any fundraising experience (or transferable skills) you can bring to this role. This may include grant seeking, donor relationships, sponsorships, events, campaigns, asking for support, or connecting organizations with resources.

Have you previously served on a nonprofit board, advisory board, or similar governing body? (Previous board service is preferred, but not required)

Yes

Other

If you answered yes, what was your role and what did you learn from the experience?

What other organizations or groups are you currently affiliated with? For each, please indicate any current role or position you hold.

We expect Village Keepers to actively participate in discussions, decision-making processes, and community engagements. The Village Keepers meet 4 times a year, every quarter. Village Keepers may meet more frequently for high priority events or for special emergency meeting. They also are expected to participate in-person at the Annual Board Retreat and MashUp Weekend. Please ensure you can dedicate sufficient time and effort to fulfill your responsibilities effectively.

Each Village Keeper also commits to fundraising or donating at least $2,000 annually to MashUp, or providing 50 hours of skilled labor in a annual period.

Can you commit to the four quarterly meetings, committee service, MashUp Weekend, and the annual board retreat?

Yes, I am willing and able to dedicate my time and effort to fulfill the roles and responsibilities effectively.

I can commit some of my time, but not fully.

Other

Can you commit to fundraising or donating at least $2,000 annually to MashUp, or providing 50 hours of skilled labor in a annual period?

I will commit to fundraise at least $2,000 for MashUp on an annual basis.

I will commit to donate at least $2,000 to MashUp on an annual basis.

I will volunteer at least 50 hours of skilled labor to MashUp on a annual basis.

I will do a combination of fundraising, donating, and volunteering.

I'm not sure I can commit to any of this.

If there is anything we should know about your availability or what would help you participate fully, please share it here.

References and Supporting Information

References should be individuals who have known you in a professional or community capacity and can provide insights into your qualifications. (References cannot be a current Village Keeper) Click HERE to view current Village Keeper Roster

Provide contact information for a professional and personal reference(s) who can attest to your character, abilities, and suitability for a board position.

Please indicate which Village Keeper can best attest to your ability to serve in this role. Please select one.

Additional Information: Include any additional information you believe is relevant to your application.

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Demographics (Voluntary)

At MashUp!, our Village is strengthened by the many identities, experiences, and perspectives people bring. These optional questions are one way we honor that belief, giving applicants the choice to share how they identify while helping us keep our Village welcoming to everyone. Select all that apply, or choose “Prefer not to answer.”

What age group do you belong to?

We acknowledge the following labels are limiting. If you had to select one of the options below, which one best describes your gender identity?

Do you identify as transgender?

Yes