The Northeastern Woodworkers Association relies on participation of its members to fill the many positions that make our organization work. Below are volunteer positions that are currently, or soon to be, open. We encourage all members to consider taking on a leadership role or joining to help. If you are interested in stepping up or have further questions contact us today at: nwa@woodworker.org.
President
With the assistance of our Board of Directors you will guide our organization to fulfill its mission to advance woodworking knowledge, woodworking education and community outreach. This is a wonderful opportunity to move your organization forward into the future. As president you will preside over the monthly meetings.
Vice President
Join our Board as Vice President and assist our President and the Board in managing our NWA activities. You will also step in for president when he/she is unavailable. The VP is also tasked with coordinating presenters for monthly meetings.
Oversee our monthly e-newsletter. Gather articles and photos; proof-read them and pass them on to our graphic designer who will create the final PDF file for our members to read.
Our mission includes education and so we hold classes, workshops and seminars at our woodworking shop. Help develop classes, recruit teachers and manage the registrations with a team of like-minded members.
Learning Center and Operating Committee (LCOC)
NWA maintains a fully fitted woodworking shop known as the Herm Finkbeiner Learning Center, located at 97 Railroad Avenue, Albany, NY. The Learning Center and Operations Committee (LCOC) is charged with the oversight and coordination of all activities, maintenance needs and safety practices at the Shop. If you like tools, you will love spending time at the shop as a member of our LCOC.
Lumber & Tool Committee
Help organize and run our Fall Annual Lumber & Tool Auction. Catalog donated tools and lumber and help manage the event. The auction has both cash-and-carry and auctioned woodworking tools and lumber. The auction takes place at the Shaker Museum Barn, 820 Heritage Lane, Colonie NY 12205.
Fiske Fund Committee
The Fiske Fund assists woodworkers at all skill levels with expenses incurred to further their woodworking education. Fiske Fund grants are available to individuals for up to 50% of approved expenditures. Along other committee members you will oversee grants that are awarded to applicants.
Hospitality Committee
Social connections are important to any organization. Contact us for more information about this position. The hospitality committee supplies refreshments for meetings and organizes door prizes at monthly meetings.