Calling Recycle Colorado LEADERS!

Are you interested in running to be a board member for the 2026 election year? Now is your chance to apply! We have 6 spots to fill and would love to have board members with varying backgrounds express interest in running for a position.

We will be accepting nominations until August 15th. You can review requirements for running as a Recycle Colorado board member below and check out the nomination form by clicking the button below.

If you have questions about running for a board position, please feel free to contact David Fridland ([email protected]) or one of our other current board members.

Submit a Nomination

Board of Director Requirements & Responsibilities
All Directors shall be at least 18 years of age and have legal and lawful presence in the United States. Each Director shall have been a member of Recycle Colorado in good standing for no less than one year prior to assuming office (paid membership dues for 2025).

  • Commitment for a minimum of three years unless special permission is granted by the board.

  • Attend regular Board meetings every month. Come prepared to each meeting having read the previous month’s meeting minutes & notes, monthly financial statements, and other documents distributed prior to the meeting.

  • Attend the annual Board Retreat & new Board Member orientation, December 12th-13th.

  • Actively participate in Board meetings, and at least one council, committee, or Recycle Colorado event.

  • Accept and support Recycle Colorado’s mission statement

  • Assist in developing and implementing policies, goals, and objectives for long- and short-term organizational planning.

  • Ensure open and healthy communication between Board and staff by offering assistance to the Executive Director and staff as called upon.

  • Ensure open and healthy communication between Board members by respecting opinions, listening courteously, and interacting sincerely.

  • Assist Recycle Colorado in meeting its annual fundraising goals by contributing time and/or money to fundraising, soliciting, seeking membership donations; sponsors or grantors agencies, and/or writing and reviewing grant proposals. 

  • Serve as an ambassador for Recycle Colorado to the community and state of Colorado.