2026-2028 Board of Directors

  • Dennis Bacon

    President

    president@inpoc.org

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  • Christopher McDonald

    Secretary/Treasurer

    secretary@inpoc.org

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  • Shaq Cauley

    Shaq Cauley

    Community Enrichment Director

    hello@inpoc.org

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  • Breezie Colbert

    At-Large Member

    breezie@inpoc.org

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🌈 Join the INPOC Board

Lead with Purpose. Serve with Pride.

We Need Your Brilliance

Are you passionate about advocating for and uplifting the voices of Indiana’s diverse LGBTQ+ communities, especially those who are Black, Brown, and Indigenous?

Indiana Pride of Color (INPOC) is seeking dedicated, visionary, and community-minded individuals to join our Working Board of Directors.

As a board member, you’ll help guide the direction of INPOC’s programs, partnerships, and events, working alongside a vibrant team committed to equity, celebration, and social change.

We believe leadership should reflect the communities we serve: diverse in identity, lived experience, and perspective.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for individuals who are:

  • 💡 Passionate about racial justice and LGBTQ+ equity

  • ✊ Ready to contribute skills, time, and talents to help INPOC grow

  • 🗣️ Interested in community organizing, fundraising, advocacy, or nonprofit leadership

  • 🤝 Open to learning, collaborating, and working across identities

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to board service, we welcome your application.

We especially encourage folks from marginalized and underrepresented communities to apply.

What to Expect as a Board Member

✅ Volunteer-based

✅ Monthly board meetings

✅ Join at least one committee

✅ Support programming, events, and outreach

✅ Serve a 2-year term

✅ Make an impact with intention and care

Board Role Descriptions

Ready to Lead?

This is your chance to lead with purpose, build with intention, and serve with pride.

🖤 Applications are open now for the 2027 board cycle.

📬 Questions? Email us at hello@inpoc.org

  • Chief volunteer officer who presides over meetings and represents INPOC.

    Key Duties: Facilitate meetings, support board members, sign contracts.

  • Guides INPOC’s program strategy.

    Key Duties: Oversee programs, evaluate impact, and support the President.

  • Manages external messaging and media.

    Key Duties: Social media, press, branding, public-facing voice.

  • Handles organizational finances.

    Key Duties: Budgeting, compliance, reporting.

  • Maintains documentation and internal communication.

    Key Duties: Minutes, records, scheduling.

  • Leads planning for Indy BLK+ Pride Summer Fest.

    Key Duties: Vendors, logistics, permits, accessibility.

  • Strengthens local engagement and partnerships.

    Key Duties: Community programs, grassroots outreach.

  • Supports digital infrastructure and events.

    Key Duties: Web, virtual meetings, and platform maintenance.

  • Leads creative campaigns and visual identity.

    Key Duties: Design, promo strategy, outreach.

  • Ensures safe, affirming spaces for youth and families.

    Key Duties: Mentorship, intergenerational access.

  • Oversees safety at events and programs.

    Key Duties: Protocols, crisis response, training.

  • Drives sustainability through funding.

    Key Duties: Grant writing, donor relations, reporting.

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Interested In volunteering?

Fill out our interest form and we’ll reach out when volunteering opportunities are available!