Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about board service, our platform, and how CariClub can help you on your governance journey.

Getting Started

New to CariClub? Start here for the basics.

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What is CariClub?
CariClub is a board placement platform that connects qualified professionals with nonprofit board opportunities. We help executives find meaningful board positions while helping nonprofits find the talent they need for effective governance.

Who is CariClub for?

How do I get started?

Is there a cost to join as an individual?

How long does the onboarding process take?

Board Service

Understanding nonprofit board roles and responsibilities.

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What does a nonprofit board member do?
Board members provide strategic oversight and governance for nonprofit organizations. Key responsibilities include: setting organizational strategy, financial oversight and fiduciary duties, hiring and evaluating the Executive Director/CEO, fundraising and donor cultivation, ensuring legal compliance, and serving as ambassadors for the organization.

How much time does board service require?

What is an associate board?

Do I need previous board experience?

What are fiduciary duties?

Can I serve on multiple boards?

Platform & Technology

How CariClub works and what to expect.

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How does the matching process work?
Our AI-powered system, Margo, analyzes your professional background, skills, interests, and board service goals to recommend opportunities. We consider factors like geography, cause areas, time commitment, and skill requirements to suggest matches that are likely to be mutually beneficial.

Who is Margo?

How do I apply to board opportunities?

What resources does CariClub provide?

Can nonprofits use CariClub to find board members?

Pricing & Plans

Understanding membership options and costs.

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How does corporate sponsorship work?
Many professionals access CariClub through their employer's leadership development program. Corporate partners purchase memberships for their employees, providing access to board placement services, training resources, and ongoing support as part of their professional development benefits.

How much does a Solo membership cost?

What's the Enterprise pricing structure?

Do you offer a pilot or evaluation period?

Is there a free tier?

How does nonprofit pricing work?

Can I cancel my membership?

Privacy & Security

How we protect your data and information.

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How is my personal information protected?
CariClub uses enterprise-grade security measures including encryption in transit (TLS 1.2+), encryption at rest (AES-256), and secure authentication via AWS Cognito. We maintain strict access controls and regular security audits. See our Security Practices for full details.

Who can see my profile?

Does CariClub sell my data?

Can I delete my account?

Is CariClub GDPR and CCPA compliant?

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