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Thank you for your interest in serving on the Lotus Board of Directors. Lotus is seeking engaged, community-minded leaders who are passionate about supporting survivors, strengthening families, and empowering communities throughout our region. 

Serving on the Lotus Board is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of an impactful nonprofit organization while contributing to safer, healthier communities free from violence and oppression. 

About Lotus 

Lotus is Kentucky’s designated Children’s Advocacy Center and Sexual Violence Resource Center serving all eight counties of the Purchase Area Region. As the only organization in the region providing this specialized continuum of trauma-informed services, Lotus plays a critical role in improving safety, healing, and justice outcomes for survivors of child abuse and sexual violence. 

Each year, Lotus serves more than 2,500 survivors and supportive family members and engages more than 10,000 youth and adults through outreach, prevention education, advocacy, professional training, and community collaboration efforts. 

Our mission is simple: Support survivors. Strengthen families. Empower communities. 

Why Serve on the Lotus Board?

Board members play an important role in: 

  • Guiding organizational strategy and governance  
  • Strengthening community partnerships and advocacy efforts  
  • Supporting fundraising and resource development initiatives  
  • Advancing prevention, wellness, and systems change  
  • Helping ensure the long-term sustainability and impact of Lotus  

Lotus values collaborative, mission-driven leadership grounded in accountability, integrity, equity, and community impact. We welcome individuals who bring diverse experiences, perspectives, expertise, and lived experience to Board service. 

Board Member Expectations

Board members are expected to: 

  • Attend and actively participate in Board and committee meetings  
  • Serve on at least one Board committee  
  • Support fundraising and resource development efforts throughout the year  
  • Participate in strategic planning, trainings, retreats, and organizational events  
  • Serve as ambassadors for Lotus within the community  
  • Support the mission, values, and strategic priorities of Lotus  

Board members serve a three-year term and participate in an annual review and recommitment process. 

Board Meeting Structure

The Lotus Board meets regularly throughout the year through a combination of: 

  • Governance meetings  
  • Committee breakout sessions  
  • Strategic planning discussions  
  • Leadership retreats and trainings  

Ideal Board Member Qualities

We are seeking individuals who: 

  • Are passionate about survivor advocacy and community impact  
  • Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and integrity  
  • Value strategic thinking and mission-driven service  
  • Bring professional expertise, community connections, or lived experience  
  • Are committed to strengthening communities through partnership and collective impact  

Recruitment Process

Applications for Board service are accepted on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted by the Governance Committee regarding next steps in the recruitment process. 

In accordance with Kentucky regulations and statutes, prospective Board members must successfully complete required background screenings prior to final approval for membership.

Contact Us 

For questions or additional information regarding Board service opportunities, please contact: 

Lori Wells Brown, CEO 
[email protected] 

Lotus Board Member Application

  • Applications are used by our Board’s Nominating Committee to identify and evaluate potential board candidates. All new directors are elected by a majority vote of current board members; therefore, this application may be reviewed by all board members but will otherwise be kept confidential.

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  • Our Lotus Board includes the following committees:

    • Executive Committee serves as the central leadership and coordination body for the Board, supports strategic governance and organizational oversight, and partners with the Chief Executive Officer to help ensure the overall health and effectiveness of Lotus.

    • Governance Committee leads Board recruitment, orientation, development, evaluation, and succession planning efforts while supporting strong governance practices, Board engagement, and overall Board effectiveness.

    • Finance Committee provides oversight of the organization’s financial planning, budgeting, financial performance, risk management, facilities, assets, and internal controls to help ensure the long-term financial health and sustainability of Lotus.

    • Fund Development Committee supports organizational fundraising and resource development efforts by strengthening Board engagement, donor relationships, community partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.



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  • The Lotus Board of Directors meets bimonthly. The annual calendar of events will be provided to candidates in their invitation for board service.

    By submitting this application, I hereby attest that I am submitting my name for consideration of membership of the Lotus Board of Directors. I have read, understand, and agree to all duties and responsibilities expected of me as outlined in the Board Member Position Description and Commitment Agreement. I understand regular attendance at scheduled board meetings and participation on board committees is required. I am willing to commit the time required to be a responsible and informed member of the Lotus Board. The information presented above is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge.


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