Frequently Asked Questions

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 How long will a board position last?
Board positions will last 1 year, at least for the initial term.

Is there a specific skill set you're looking for on the board?
Yes. Fundraising and finding funding is our biggest need. We're also looking for people who can help set budget projections and strategize on how to meet them.

Do you have a budget?
Yes. We’ve created a comparative cost analysis and believe we can do a lot more for a lot less. Our current budget sits at $150,000/year.

Who is the Executive Director (ED)?
For the first year, Janel will serve as ED while Haylee is on maternity leave. Once Haylee returns, she will step into the ED role.

What takes the most labor right now?
Our Donation Hub requires the most labor hours. With increased funding, we envision this role expanding and being better supported.

Will paid positions be LLF-only or cross-organizational?
There will be some crossover, but roles will be mainly volunteer-funded at the start.

What do you need funding for?

 We need funding to support:

● Labor (staff/volunteers)

● Donation Hub operations
 

● Holding space development
 

● Refreshments for community groups
 

● Expert sessions (bringing in professionals to educate or support)
 

● Infrastructure improvements, like accessibility upgrades in the store
 

Do you accept donations other than money?
Yes! We accept physical product donations from businesses. While we don’t currently have charitable status, nonprofits can still issue donation receipts—they’ll just differ from official charitable tax receipts. These can still be used for tax purposes, depending on the recipient's organization.

Do you have charitable status?
No, not at this time. It’s a complex process, but it’s not off the table for the future. Recent policy changes give us some flexibility to navigate donations without full charitable status.

What are your plans for the back room?
We’re working on transitioning the back room into a multi-use holding space. First steps include:

● 48 hours set aside for conversion work
 

● Installing floor-to-ceiling curtains for flexible access
 

● Adding carpeting for comfort
 

● Maintaining it as a blank canvas, with tables and chairs available as needed

 

What are your first space priorities?

● Transitioning the back room
 

● Creating a welcoming, functional holding space for events, groups, or quiet moments

 

When is the first board meeting?
TBD – We’ll use a Doodle or SurveyMonkey poll to coordinate the best date once the board has been selected.

 Will the podcast return? 

Also TBD – Stay tuned! 

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