Abbotsford Police Foundation Board Member board opportunity

Call for applications to the Abbotsford Police Foundation Board of Directors

The Governance & Nominating Committee is calling for candidates for the Abbotsford

Police Foundation Board of Directors. There is one vacancy to be filled on an interim

basis until our AGM in June 2027. Appointments are made for a one or a two-year term

to ensure continuity on the board (2027 - 2029). The total Board membership is fifteen

(15).

Our mission

Abbotsford Police Foundation supports AbbyPD in their quest to make Abbotsford ‘The

Safest City in BC’. Abbotsford Police Foundation does so by funding engaging AbbyPD

initiatives that Connect Police with Community and Build Positive Relationships.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Abbotsford Police Foundation is committed to an environment that respects and

promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for all volunteers, supporters, and citizens.

Abbotsford Police Foundation welcomes applications from those who might not see

themselves suitably reflected in current representations of those on the board. We

encourage applications from those living in or operating a business in Abbotsford and

those who have built a strong network of businesses and individuals in Abbotsford.

The opportunity Abbotsford Police Foundation is particularly looking for are

leaders with a solid track record of experience in one or more of the following

areas:

Not for Profit Fundraising

Marketing, Public relations, Digital communications

Website and social media

Governance/ leadership experience serving on another non-profit or corporate board is

welcome but is not required.

Emphasis will be on recruitment of candidates who have the time and experience

to make a significant impact on the long-term performance of Abbotsford Police

Foundation.

The following attributes will also be considered:

 Big picture thinker, Consensus builder

 Motivator: Ability to influence stakeholders, sponsors, and donors

 Bridge builder: demonstrated ability to network and make connections

 Commitment to Abbotsford Police Foundation: Time and energy to participate in

Board meetings and discussions

 A willingness to participate in and actively support Abbotsford Police Foundation

fundraising activities

Time commitment

•  A minimum of four 2-hour in-person quarterly Board meetings per year

•  Attend monthly virtual ‘touch base’ to stay informed between board meetings

•  Participation on at least one Board committee

•  Participation in the Annual strategic plan review / update meetings

•  Annually - Attend 3 major APF events; at least 2 AbbyPD community events

alongside AbbyPD members / reserves

Selection process

 All applicants must submit a letter of interest and resume by October 31, 2026

 Selected applicants will be contacted by a Governance & Nominating Committee

representative to arrange a panel interview.

All other applicants will be informed about the outcome of the selection process

by Dec 1, 2026

Abbotsford Police Foundation provides reasonable accommodation to facilitate the

participation of Board members in all in-person meetings.

The closing date for applications is October 31, 2026

Interested parties can learn more about the APF at www.abbypf.ca

Questions can be directed to the Abbotsford Police Foundation Governance & Nominating Committee, c/o admin@abbypf.ca

Employer: Abbotsford Police Foundation

Salary: Volunteer

Closing date: October 31, 2026

Board Type: Not-for-Profit Board

Position: Board Member

Compensation: No