Join Our Board

Thank you for your interest in joining the PA Humanities’ Board of Directors! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a committed team illuminating possibilities for Pennsylvanians and elevating our shared humanity to create stronger communities and fulfilling lives.

The purpose of our Board is to provide thoughtful leadership that advances PA Humanities’ strategic framework through the talent, service, advocacy, networks, and ongoing financial contributions of its members.

Submit your Board Public Interest Form by July 27!

Who we're looking for

We are seeking energized volunteers who want to share their experience, perspective, and networks in support of our statewide mission. We encourage you to explore our Let’s flip book, watch our video, and read our stories to learn more about our work. You can also review our Board FAQs for more information on serving.

In 2026, we are especially interested in learning about candidates with experience in fundraising, philanthropy, investment, financial oversight, rural communities, libraries, Out of School Time (OST), youth education, and other areas that may strengthen the board’s work.

Listen to Abbi Peters, COO of the Pennsylvania Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship, on why she joined the board.

Eligibility

Board membership is limited to individuals who, at the time of their election or appointment, are either residents of Pennsylvania or employed full-time in Pennsylvania.

"I said yes to joining this board because I wanted to create spaces where everybody belongs."
— Daniel Egusquiza, Reading
— Daniel Egusquiza, Reading
"Serving on the board has helped expand my understanding of the diverse and rich humanities work taking place across the commonwealth. It has also allowed me to grow my professional network, meeting talented people in a variety of fields from all regions of the state."
— Leah Spangler, Johnstown
— Leah Spangler, Johnstown
"It’s been rewarding to work with an organization that connects people to people through their stories and activities. The board members are diligent in their efforts to ensure the viability and sustainability of the PHC."
— Gwendolyn White, Erie
— Gwendolyn White, Erie
“I really love the camaraderie among staff and board members and the chance to learn from the wide range of experiences and perspectives they bring to the table.”
— Allen Dieterich-Ward, Shippensburg
— Allen Dieterich-Ward, Shippensburg
"PA Humanities is always seeking new and better ways to serve."
— Abbi Peter, Ridgway
— Abbi Peter, Ridgway

Selection Process

After you complete the simple online Public Interest Form, it will be reviewed by the Governance Committee. If a candidate is a good fit, the Governance Committee may invite them for an interview, request additional follow-up, or consider another pathway for involvement.

Upon recommendation by the Governance Committee, the candidate’s name will be placed on the slate for election by the Board at the next Board Meeting.

To learn more about serving on the PA Humanities board of directors, read our FAQs.

If you have any questions, please contact Katie Jean at kjean@pahumanities.org.

Share Your Interest Now

The first step to starting the selection process is filling out the Board Public Interest Form.

The form will take no more than 10 minutes.

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