Volunteer

Collections Committee
  • The collections committee is responsible for the Society’s collections of heritage documents, artifacts and ephemera.
  • The news clippings coordinator collects newsworthy articles from newspapers and magazines for preservation in the Society’s archives.
  • The oral History coordinator is responsible for the Society’s programs involving the recording of the history of individuals, families, and organizations.

Outreach Committee
  • The courtesy coordinator acknowledge those occasions of illness, bereavement, and celebration for members of the Society.
  • The newsletter coordinator collects and edits information provided for publication in the Society’s newsletter and is responsible for the publication and distribution of the newsletter.
  • The membership coordinator is responsible for maintaining a mailing list of active members, listing dollar amount of dues paid by each member, and sending membership cards.
  • The website coordinator collect and edit information provided for publication in the Society’s website and is responsible for the updating the content.
  • The volunteer coordinator is responsible for maintaining a list of volunteers, scheduling volunteers for events and special projects

Education Committee
The education committee plans programs to encourage youth involvement in the Society and its programs.

Exhibits Committee
The exhibit committee coordinates exhibits for the Society’s digital and traveling exhibitions.
 
Program Planning
  • The program planning committee is responsible for the planning and overseeing programs and special events involving the Society.
  • The special projects coordinator is responsible for the planning and overseeing programs and special projects.
Development
  • The grant writing coordinator is responsible for the researching, writing and grant submission.
  • The legacy initiative coordinator is responsible for developing relationships with potential donors.
  • The sponsorship coordinator is responsible for identifying sponsors for events and special projects.

Meetings

The Black Heritage Society Board meets every 2nd Saturday of the month, except during July and August, from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Our normal meeting location is being renovated. Please call 206-551-3278 regarding the location of the meeting.

Board meetings are also open to the General Membership. Although only members of the Board of Directors can vote at these meetings, the General Membership is encouraged to participate in open discussions.

General Membership meetings are held in October, January and May. They are open to the public, and are announced in the Newsletter. All members are welcomed.

Membership

The term of membership year is from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. BHS offers the opportunity to become apart of a “New Era” of documenting history and celebrating our culture.

The Black Heritage Society offers members:
  • A an experienced board with dedication to the mission of the society,
  • A quarterly newsletter (January, April, July, October) highlighting the goals and progress of the society
  • Thought provoking topics and community awareness during quarterly meetings in January, May and October. Annual Meeting in May. This first-class affair pays tribute to groups or individuals whose occupational or voluntary contributions have enhanced the heritage of African Americans in Washington State.
  • Volunteer opportunities for speaking, presenting and exhibiting during events throughout the year. An invitation to participate in or facilitate topics impacting the society and Black communities of Washington State.Special recognition in printed advertisement and special events
  • A standing invitation to donate your family history and candidacy for our oral history collection
  • The honor of being a part of a unique history of collecting, and preserving more Black memorabilia than any other historical Black organization in Washington State.
    
Levels of Membership

Enrollment as a member of the Society is available in the following individual categories:
Level     Amount
Youth     $5 (under 18 years)
Individual     $15
Friendship     $25
Supporting     $50
Sustaining     $100 *
Organization     $200 *
Life     $500 *

* Members in these categories are listed on special programs of the Society