2023 KCDG Call for Candidates
Kansas City Disc Golf Needs You
Kansas City Disc Golf has no employees, and depends on the volunteerism of its members for it to work. We need qualified candidates to run for the open slots on our Board of Directors to serve a two-year term.
We must receive your information no later than November 10th.
The candidates will be announced at the website by November 10th, signaling the beginning of the campaign period. The online election will be November 18th through December 1st for all active members. The results of the election will be announced on December 3rd.
Board Member Qualifications
A Board of Directors is required for KCDG's 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status and is mandated by the KCDG Bylaws. The Board holds monthly meetings nine times a year to coordinate and direct KCDG affairs. Main activities include:
- Setting KCDG policies
- Financial management, including annual budget
- Identification of responsible future Board members
- Representing the membership's vision for the future of the sport and the organization
Skills and Qualifications
- A passion for the sport of disc golf
- Professional experience in management, marketing, finance, strategic planning, or the not-for-profit sector
- Communication skills to represent KCDG and correspond with members
- An ability and desire to promote disc golf through media and personal contacts
- Teamwork, collaboration, and the ability to listen to and understand other points of view
- Familiarity with KCDG organization and processes
About the KCDG Board of Directors
The Kansas City Disc Golf Board of Directors consists of eleven members. At its first meeting following the election, the Board determines the following officers: President, VP Kansas, VP Missouri, Treasurer, Secretary, Sergeant-at-Arms, and three At Large members.
If you have questions about the election process, contact Chris Timko at timko@kcdiscgolf.org.