Call for Board Nominations

Help shape the future of Philpott Children’s Tennis

Philpott is inviting nominations for experienced, values-driven leaders from to join our volunteer Board of Directors. Directors will be elected in September of 2026.

Board members provide strategic oversight, strengthen governance and help guide the long-term direction and impact of the organization.

About Philpott Children’s Tennis

Changing lives through tennis and community for over 30 years 
Philpott charity provides high-quality tennis leadership development programs to children and youth from Toronto’s priority neighbourhoods. It’s mission is to help young people reach their potential on and o􀆯 the court by o􀆯ering accessible programming, mentorship and a supportive community. Each year, Philpott operates spring, summer, fall and winter programs at more than a dozen locations, supported by a dedicated team of certified coaches, youth leaders and volunteers. For more information, please visit:

Philpott Website: https://philpottchildrenstennis.org/ 
Philpott Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philpottchildrenstennis/

Current Board of Directors:

Jennifer Bishop – Chair - Partner, Gowling WLG
Eleanor O’Gorman – Co-Chair - Founding Member
Adam Borovilos – Treasurer - VP Corporate Accounting, BGRS
Sharon Arnold – Secretary - Founding Member
Kosty Gilis – Managing Director, Onex
Arlen Sternberg – Partner, Torys LLP
Peter Giacomelli – Strategic Advisor BCi
Cindy O’Doherty – HPE Consultant

Current Advisory Board:

Philip Johnson
Stephanie Wetmore
Coulter Wright

Specifically, We Are Looking For

The Nominations Committee is currently seeking new Board members with a focus on the following competencies and experiences:

• Fundraising and Philanthropy: Experience with donations, sponsorships, major gifts and cultivating donors
• Governance and Legal: Expertise in not-for-profit governance, policy and compliance and oversight
• Finance and Accounting: financial oversight, including financial risk management, CRA/tax compliance, financial planning and reporting, and internal controls
• Youth Development and Education: Understanding of youth development and alignment with Philpott's mission and community impact
• Marketing, Branding & Communications: Brand strategy, storytelling, public relations, digital marketing and partnership development
• Sport / Tennis Community: Individuals with strong connections in tennis who can engage participants, volunteers, supporters and stakeholders

Philpott is committed to reflecting and representing the diversity of Canada at all levels of the organization.

Time Commitment:

• Time Commitment: The Board meets quarterly with additional meetings called from time to time depending on needs of the organization. Directors are encouraged to engage in fundraising activities, committee work and other initiatives from time to time, as may be required,

Responsibilities:

• Provide governance and fiduciary oversight, ensuring strong policies, compliance and risk management
• Oversee, evaluate, and support the Executive Director, including contributing to the annual performance review
• Ensure financial stewardship by approving budgets, audited financials and overseeing financial health
• Participate in board committees (e.g., Governance; Nominating; Audit, Finance & Risk; Brand & Revenue)
• Offer strategic guidance and expertise
• Act as ambassadors and advocates, representing and advancing Philpott Children’s Tennis with stakeholders

Eligibility:

Nominees must:

Be 18 years of age or older

Primarily reside and/or work in Canada and be in a position to engaged in Board responsibilities in person (in the GTA)

Successfully complete required screening (criminal record check, SafeSport sanction check and self-disclosure, agree to sign Philpott’s Code of Conduct and participate in any mandatory training including in the Philpott Safe Sport Program.

Nominees must not:

• Be an employee or paid contractor of Philpott Children’s Tennis
• Be bankrupt
• Have been convicted of committing an indictable offence under the Criminal Code
• Be under investigation or currently have any restrictions on their ability to participate in Canadian sport, including having any provisional or permanent sanctions imposed, impending or threatened against them by: a national or provincial/territorial sport body; the Canadian Safe Sport Program; private tribunal; or government agency

Timelines

July 1 – August 31: Call for Candidates
Early September: Successful candidates contacted for interviews
Mid Septembert: Final decisions communicated to interviewed candidates
October: First official board meeting

Deadline for Applications: August, 2026 at 11:59pm ET

Inquiries for additional information about the Philpott’s Board of Directors should be directed board@philpottchildrenstennis.org.

If you are eligible and are interested in contributing your expertise to our dynamic and growing organization, please provide your expression of interest including details of your experience as it relates to the competencies described above to board@philpottchildrenstennis.org.

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