Dedicated to enhancing health care in our community, the Stratford General Hospital Foundation’s Board of Directors understands the power of philanthropy in supporting patient care and innovation.

Each individual plays a vital role in the governance and leadership of the Foundation as a director of the board. Board directors are responsible for providing oversight, strategic direction, and support to the Foundation’s staff and executive leadership. They must ensure the Foundation stays true to its mission, vision, and values while maintaining the trust and confidence of its stakeholders, including donors, employees, and the community.

Board directors are volunteers who bring with them a variety of professional experiences, perspectives and subject matter expertise.  As part of a growing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, we know we’ll be most effective when our leadership reflects the communities we serve. We invite applications from all genders, all races and ethnicities, people of all abilities, Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ persons and bilingual or multilingual individuals. We are committed to providing all applicants with equal opportunities.

As an organization, we value members who share their perspectives enthusiastically while also making space so that all voices around the table are heard. We’re especially eager to welcome new members who bring expertise in one or more of the following fields:

• Health and Wellness

• Industry

• Media/Creative

Additionally, we welcome representation from the broader communities served by the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance – Stratford General Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

As a board director you will…

• Serve as an ambassador for the Foundation, advocating for quality health care and strengthening community relationships.

• Provide strategic oversight, ensuring responsible governance, financial stewardship and alignment with our mission.

• Play an active role in fundraising by fostering donor connections, participating in solicitation efforts and setting an example through personal giving.

• Contribute your time and expertise by attending meetings, serving on committees, and upholding the highest ethical standards in decision-making.

Director Eligibility

In keeping with our current by-laws, Directors must be 18 years of age or older.

Director Time Commitment

The Board of Directors meets five times per year.  Meetings fall on the last Wednesday of the month over the noon hour. Meetings are held in person with the option to tele/videoconference.

Directors are expected to sit on at least one committee.  Current committees include:

• Finance, Investment & Audit

• Strategic Planning & Nominating

• Resource Development & Public Relations

Committee meetings take place four times per year over the noon hour.

Directors are expected to represent the Foundation by attending Foundation events.

Director Term

Board directors typically serve 2-year terms, with the option for re-election/renewal for additional terms, as determined by our bylaws. This particular round of applications will see Directors appointed at our Annual General Meeting in June 2025.

Submitting an Application

If you’d like to join the Board of Directors – to have a positive impact on the health of your community – please submit a letter of interest along with a current resume or brief biographical sketch to Josef Frank, Board Chair at [email protected] or by dropping into our office during regular hours.  Deadline to submit is March 31, 2025 at 4 p.m.

Selection Process

All applications will be reviewed by the Strategic Planning & Nominating Committee. This committee will assess the applicant’s qualifications and experience, considering the need for regional and sectoral representation and the value in having increased diversity among Directors.

One-to-one conversations will be arranged for recommended candidates. Nothing too formal, but rather, an opportunity to get to know each other and to explore any question either of us might have.

Recommended candidates will be presented to the Board of Directors for approval.

All applicants must abide by the HPHA vaccination policy.