A vegan-led community for kindness, connection and young adult mentoring.
Help Build a Vegan-Led Nonprofit That Puts Young People First.
We're looking for two vegan founding directors to help establish a compassionate, community-driven youth mentoring organisation based in Texas, serving youth globally, in multiple languages.
This is a governance role, not a volunteer title.
You'll shape the mission, structure and culture of ReTriber.org from the ground up alongside founding director Paul Paza.
What Is ReTriber?
ReTriber is a proposed Texas nonprofit being built on one conviction: young people thrive when they're surrounded by resilient, compassionate, connected communities.
We're building a place for people to connect and grow.
ReTriber brings together vegans and compassion-driven people who want to support one another and help young adults thrive. The community is live; the nonprofit is not yet registered. That's where you come in.
Not interested in a board-level role? No problem—you can still be part of what we're building.
A free online community
A place where vegans and compassion-driven people connect, support one another and mentor young adults.
Membership and mentoring
Structured membership tiers offering group coaching, mentorship and project-development support—starting at FREE, because every young person needs a positive role model.
A long-term, ethical vision
Ethical cooperatives, regenerative projects and intentional communities, all built on vegan-first principles.
Why we need you
Our nonprofit needs the right
foundation, not just the right
paperwork.
Paul Paza has built the vision, and our visionary team has built the community platform and early
momentum. A strong nonprofit needs three compassionate Directors at the table.
Independent perspective
Challenge ideas constructively and help ensure sound governance.
Genuine care for young people
Care for young people is what drives you—and the reason ReTriber exists.
Commitment to vegan values
Our programmes are rooted in compassion for humans and animals alike.
Reliability and commitment
A one-year minimum commitment to attend meetings, contribute to decisions and help build a legacy for generations to come.
You won't be building this alone. But you will be building something that has never been done before at this scale. Your voice will shape every decision and positively impact the lives of young people.
Clear expectations, honestly stated
What the Role Involves
We respect your time. Here's what the founding director role looks like in practice.
Time commitment
Approximately 3 hours per week plus one monthly board meeting (approximately 3 hours). The annual general meeting will be held remotely in Year 1.
Duration
Minimum one-year commitment from appointment.
Compensation
Unpaid. Approved expenses reimbursed under an agreed policy.
Insurance
Directors' and Officers' (D&O) liability insurance will be active at all times.
Location
One director must be Texas-based. The second may live anywhere, including internationally.
Format
Meetings held remotely. In-person collaboration is welcomed but not required.
Governance
This is a legal board role with fiduciary duties. All responsibilities and liabilities will be explained in full before you are asked to accept.
Actual duties, meeting cadence and working style will be discussed collaboratively—not dictated. We want directors who help design how the board operates.
Feeling that the time or governance commitment isn't realistic right now?
That's completely OK. You can still contribute meaningfully as a community member.
“Though the problems of the world are increasingly complex, the solutions remain embarrassingly simple.”
— Bill Mollison
Two people. These qualities matter most.
Who We're Looking For
We want people who care about the mission and are willing to take their governance responsibilities seriously.
You must be
Vegan — this is non-negotiable; our programmes are vegan-led.
Over 18 years of age.
Willing to commit to a minimum of one year.
Comfortable with legal governance responsibilities.
Passionate about helping young people thrive and get a good start in life.
You ideally bring
Experience with nonprofit governance, community organisations or youth-serving programmes.
Financial literacy or experience reviewing organisational budgets.
Background in education, social work, youth mentoring or community development.
Familiarity with Texas nonprofit law (helpful, not required).
Experience with diverse, Indigenous or international communities; visionary communication and a collaborative mindset.
You don't need to be a nonprofit expert. Willingness to learn matters more than credentials. You don't need to be based in the US (one role is open internationally), and you don't need to be available full-time—this is structured around a few hours each week.
Passionate about the mission but not a fit for the board? Many of our most impactful members contribute as mentors, skill-sharers and community builders—no governance role required.
What directors receive
We value your commitment.
Here's how we show it.
Both founding directors will receive the following in recognition of their contribution.
Two years of Build membership
Complimentary ReTriber Build membership for 2 years, valued at $7,128 ($297/month), including one-to-one mentoring, personalised action planning and full community access.
Honorary Founding Member status
Automatic honorary founding member status—no pledge needed. Your contributions today will be honoured by generations to come.
A genuine seat at the table
Co-design the nonprofit's structure, programmes and culture from day one.
Founding director recognition
Recognition as a founding director in official communications and filings.
D&O insurance
Directors' and Officers' insurance coverage throughout your tenure for peace of mind.
Meaningful long-term impact
Your decisions will shape how ReTriber serves young people and families now and for generations to come.
This isn't a token title. It is a real governance role with responsibilities, influence and a meaningful
opportunity to help build the organisation.
Simple, respectful, transparent
The Selection Process
Here's how it works, step by step.
Take the 5-Minute Quiz
No email required. Reflect on your interest, experience and availability, then see an instant summary of your answers on screen.
Submit your Expression of Interest
If the role feels right after reviewing your summary, submit your expression of interest. It takes about 1 minute and goes directly to Paul Paza for personal review.
First-Stage Video Conversation
Selected candidates will be invited to an informal video call with Paul to discuss the role, ask questions and explore mutual fit.
Final Interview & Decision
A follow-up conversation to discuss governance specifics, expectations and next steps. Appointments are made by mutual agreement.
Timeline: We aim to complete the process within 4–6 weeks of receiving your expression of interest.
A message from Paul
Why I'm asking for help.
“I've spent years building the vision for ReTriber. But I know that the best organisations are never built by one person. I'm looking for two people who care as deeply as I do about creating a world where young people feel supported, connected and valued. If that's you, I'd genuinely love to hear from you.”
— Paul Paza, Founding Director, ReTriber Youth Fellowship
Good questions are welcome
Review the details and decide whether this opportunity fits your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to live in Texas?
Only one of the two director positions requires a Texas-based candidate. The second director may live anywhere in the world.
Is the role paid?
No. This is an unpaid governance role. Approved out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed under a policy agreed upon by the board. Directors receive complimentary ReTriber Build membership (valued at $7,128 over two years) and additional ongoing support and mentoring in recognition of their commitment.
What are the legal responsibilities?
As a nonprofit director, you'll have fiduciary duties including duty of care, loyalty, adherence to legal requirements and acting in the interests of others over your own interests. All responsibilities and potential liabilities will be explained in full—and D&O insurance will be in place—before you are asked to formally accept the role.
Is ReTriber already a registered nonprofit?
ReTriber is assembling the founding board to establish its Texas-based nonprofit as a global movement for positive change. The source draft describes registration as nearing completion while also stating the nonprofit is not yet registered; please confirm the current legal status and final wording before publishing this page.
Does the quiz determine whether I'm accepted?
No. The quiz is a reflective tool—not a test or assessment of your character. It helps you consider whether the role aligns with your current situation. Paul personally reviews all expressions of interest.
What if I start the quiz and decide it's not for me?
No problem at all. The quiz requires no email and creates no obligation. You can close the page at any time. If you'd still like to be involved with ReTriber, join the free community instead.
Can I contribute without being a director?
Absolutely. ReTriber's community welcomes mentors, skill-sharers, supporters and members at every level.
How much time will this actually take?
Plan for approximately 12–15 hours per month: this includes a 3-hour monthly board meeting plus around 3 additional hours per week for preparation, communication and collaborative work. The annual general meeting will be held remotely in Year 1. Actual duties will be shaped together.
Ready to explore this?
Start with the Director Interest Quiz.
Five minutes. No email. No commitment. Just honest reflection on whether this role fits where you
are right now. Your quiz summary is shown instantly; no data collection is required at Step 1.
No email required to see your summary. No obligation to proceed.
Not the right role for you? You're still welcome here.
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