The Missouri Coalition for the Environment works to protect and restore the environment through education, public engagement and legal action.

Live in or around the state of Missouri? Have a passion for protecting the environment working on various issues such as clean rivers, water quality, public health, food and agriculture issues, clean energy and more?

MCE is now accepting applications for new board members, and maybe you would be a good fit.

Our board members are volunteers, so there is no pay. Time commitments may vary depending on the projects we are working on and the role of each board member as it pertains to certain projects. We are a friendly bunch. Meeting times vary, and we do our best to be flexible to accommodate most schedules. Most recently, meetings take place on the 3rd Monday of every month in the evenings. Committee meetings will vary throughout the month.

Our mission is to advance a culture that nurtures environmental advocates in the state of Missouri.

Our Vision is:
a. An organization that creates value in all that we do as a tool/resource for environmental advocates.
b. Strengthening the voice of environmental concerns in our democracy.
c. Building a power base to support political environmental decision-making in Jefferson City and at city and county councils.
d. Educating elected officials about proper care of the environment and promoting effective decision-making to protect it.

Our current initiatives include projects pertaining to:
a. Fundraising (Major Donors)
b. Fund Development
c. Communications/Marketing/Promotion
d. Brand and Messaging
e. Special Events
f. Misc Administrative/Executive duties

Ideal candidates for board membership and participation have one or more of the following characteristics:
a. Grant Writing/Fundraising abilities
b. Communications/Public Relations experience
c. Legal and Accounting

All candidates should be energetic and have the ability to effectively communicate electronically, with availability to participate in periodic or regular meetings and assist with initiatives and special events.

If you are interested, please complete an MCE Board Member application.