Operational Structure

The foundation of the Eastside Community Collective. Join one of our 10 core committees and become an architect of our future.

Leadership Flow

Founder / Executive Director

Vision + Leadership

Committee Chairs

10 Leaders (Monthly alignment meetings)

Committee Members

40–60 Volunteers executing daily operations

Monthly Leadership Meeting: All chairs meet monthly to discuss community growth, events, fundraising updates, partnerships, and challenges.

Weekly Community Schedule

  • Monday
    Business Promotion Posts
  • Tuesday
    Community News and Resources
  • Wednesday
    Member Engagement Posts
  • Thursday
    Event Announcements
  • Friday
    Eastside Blessing Fund Live
  • Saturday
    Small Business Spotlight
  • Sunday
    Community Inspiration Post

Each day is managed by specific committees

The 10 Committees

1

Membership & Engagement

Purpose: Grow and nurture the community platforms.

Core Responsibilities

  • Welcome new members
  • Monitor introduction posts
  • Encourage daily engagement
  • Run weekly discussion threads

Key Duties / Examples

Welcome Wednesday posts, Polls and conversations, Member shoutouts

Ideal Members: 5–7 active members

2

Marketing & Communications

Purpose: Promote everything ECC is doing.

Core Responsibilities

  • Create flyers and graphics
  • Promote events and initiatives
  • Manage announcements
  • Share community success stories

Key Duties / Examples

Post event promotions, Schedule social media content, Create graphics

Ideal Members: Creative & socially active members

3

Sponsorship & Partnerships

Purpose: Bring resources into the collective.

Core Responsibilities

  • Build relationships with businesses
  • Secure sponsors for events
  • Partner with nonprofits and schools
  • Recruit guest speakers

Key Duties / Examples

Outreach, Partnership proposals, Ex: Local banks sponsor workshops

Ideal Members: Connected & business-minded

4

Finance & Fundraising

Purpose: Manage money and fundraising programs.

Core Responsibilities

  • Track donations and budgets
  • Manage the Eastside Blessing Fund
  • Organize fundraising campaigns
  • Provide transparency reports

Key Duties / Examples

Donation reports, Budget planning, Fundraising ideation

Ideal Members: Finance, accounting, or sales background

5

Events & Gala Planning

Purpose: Create memorable community events.

Head of Committee
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Shenita Haynes

Core Responsibilities

  • Plan mixers and networking events
  • Organize annual gala
  • Coordinate community gatherings
  • Plan fundraising events

Key Duties / Examples

Event conceptualization, Vendor booking, Timeline management

Ideal Members: Highly organized event planners

6

Business Symposium & Education

Purpose: Provide education and empowerment.

Core Responsibilities

  • Organize business workshops
  • Host entrepreneurship panels
  • Coordinate training sessions
  • Bring in speakers

Key Duties / Examples

Curriculum planning, Speaker management, Educational tracking

Ideal Members: Educators and experienced entrepreneurs

7

Mentorship

Purpose: Guide the next generation and community members.

Head of Committee
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Shenita Haynes

Core Responsibilities

  • Pair mentors with mentees
  • Support youth and young entrepreneurs
  • Host mentorship events
  • Provide career guidance

Key Duties / Examples

Application review, Matchmaking, Check-in calls

Ideal Members: Leaders passionate about youth & growth

8

Community Service

Purpose: Lead initiatives that uplift families.

Head of Committee
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Anthony Carr

Core Responsibilities

  • Organize volunteer efforts
  • Coordinate community drives
  • Support families in crisis
  • Manage outreach projects

Key Duties / Examples

School supply drives, Holiday toy drives, Pantry partnerships

Ideal Members: Empathetic, hands-on volunteers

9

Location & Logistics

Purpose: Handle all event operations.

Core Responsibilities

  • Secure venues
  • Coordinate event setup
  • Manage event schedules
  • Handle equipment and supplies

Key Duties / Examples

Site walk-throughs, Heavy lifting, Logistics coordination

Ideal Members: Operational & detail-oriented

10

Technology & Systems

Purpose: Manage all digital systems.

Head of Committee
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Anthony Carr

Core Responsibilities

  • Maintain platform systems
  • Manage email lists
  • Set up donation platforms
  • Manage event registration tools

Key Duties / Examples

Run live streams, Manage blessing wheel, App moderation

Ideal Members: Tech-savvy troubleshooters