Trustee (Volunteer)
Provincetown Conservation Trust

The Provincetown Conservation Trust is a small private, non-profit (501c3) organization, founded in 1980 for the purpose of preserving and protecting the woods, wetlands, heathlands, dunes and forests of Provincetown. We are an all-volunteer organization with an approximate annual budget of $30K. The PCT owns over 62 acres in Provincetown and holds the conservation restriction for over 50 acres of town-owned property. The organization manages land stewards to help monitor these properties. The PCT produces various nature events throughout the year and reaches out to landowners to preserve land in Provincetown.

Responsibilities

Trustees play a central role in guiding the mission, governance, and long-term sustainability of the Conservation Trust. Each Trustee is expected to actively contribute their skills, expertise, and time to ensure the organization remains effective, transparent, and mission-driven. Core responsibilities include:

1. Governance & Strategic Oversight

  • Uphold the mission, bylaws, and ethical standards of the Conservation Trust.

  • Participate in long-range planning and the development of conservation priorities.

  • Provide thoughtful guidance on organizational policies, financial stewardship, and land management decisions.

2. Monthly Board Meetings

  • Attend and actively participate in the monthly Trustee meeting.

  • Review agenda materials in advance and come prepared for meaningful discussion and decision-making.

  • Offer constructive insights informed by personal experience, community knowledge, and best practices in conservation.

3. Committee Service

  • Serve on at least one standing committee, such as Land Management, Finance, Governance, Fundraising, or Community Engagement.

  • Contribute to committee work between meetings through research, review of documents, site visits, or outreach.

  • Support the implementation of committee actions that advance the organization’s operational and conservation goals.

4. Advocacy & Community Representation

  • Act as an ambassador for the Conservation Trust within the community.

  • Promote awareness of the Trust’s work, programs, and protected lands.

  • Strengthen relationships with donors, partner organizations, municipal leaders, and conservation stakeholders.

5. Fundraising & Resource Development

  • Support annual fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, participation in campaigns, and attendance at key events.

  • Make a personally meaningful annual contribution that reflects commitment to the Trust’s mission.

6. Fiduciary Responsibility

  • Review financial statements and ensure responsible use of organizational resources.

  • Support the President and Treasurer in maintaining high standards of accountability and transparency.

7. Mission-Driven Engagement

  • Participate in nature walks, volunteer clean-up days, community programs, and events whenever possible.

  • Stay informed on conservation issues relevant to the region and the Trust’s portfolio of properties.

 
This is a volunteer position with a growing non-profit organization