Board of Directors
Rev. Nadine Rawls
Rev. Nadine Rawls
Rev. Nadine Rawls
Rev. NaDine Rawls is a licensed and ordained minister under the Unity Fellowship Church Movement. She was the Founder of Unity Fellowship North Texas and served as Assistant Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church, Baltimore and Co-Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church -DC
Rev. Rawls has been a spiritual leader for the LGBTQ community for over 35 y
Rev. NaDine Rawls is a licensed and ordained minister under the Unity Fellowship Church Movement. She was the Founder of Unity Fellowship North Texas and served as Assistant Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church, Baltimore and Co-Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church -DC
Rev. Rawls has been a spiritual leader for the LGBTQ community for over 35 years, emphasizing that one's sexuality is not a prerequisite for love of Jesus. Currently. Rev. Rawls graduated in May 2025 with a Master of Theological Studies from Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Mo.
Calina Kimbrough
Rev. Nadine Rawls
Rev. Nadine Rawls
Calina Kimbrough is a strategic human resources and operations professional with more than 10 years of management experience in employee engagement, organizational development, compliance, recruitment, training, payroll, and workforce operations. She has held senior HR leadership positions, including Vice President of Human Resources and
Calina Kimbrough is a strategic human resources and operations professional with more than 10 years of management experience in employee engagement, organizational development, compliance, recruitment, training, payroll, and workforce operations. She has held senior HR leadership positions, including Vice President of Human Resources and Director of HR Business Partnerships, and has managed large teams, multimillion-dollar contracts, and complex organizational systems. Her experience in financial oversight, operations, compliance, and organizational development supports her role as BEL’s Treasurer.
Board of Directors
Help Shape the Future of Black Educated Lesbians (BEL)
Black Educated Lesbians (BEL) is actively seeking passionate, mission-driven leaders to join our Board of Directors. As a national Black lesbian-led nonprofit, we are dedicated to advancing wellness, leadership development, economic mobility, education, and community connection specifically for Black lesbians and Black queer women within the LGBTQIA+ community.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals ready to leverage their skills, experience, and networks to help BEL grow and enhance its impact in the areas of social work and community development.
Board Member Responsibilities
Board members are expected to:
- Attend monthly board meetings
- Serve on at least one committee
- Support fundraising and resource development efforts
- Act as ambassadors for BEL within their communities and networks
- Provide strategic guidance and oversight
- Participate in major BEL events, including the Annual BEL Conference
- Support organizational growth, partnerships, and sustainability
Qualifications
We welcome applicants from across the United States and internationally who:
- Believe in BEL's mission and values
- Possess strong communication and collaboration skills
- Are committed to advancing opportunities for Black lesbians
- Bring professional, lived, or community leadership experience
- Are willing to actively engage in fundraising efforts
Previous nonprofit board experience is valuable, though not required.
Give/Get Commitment
Each board member is expected to contribute or help raise a minimum of $2,000 annually through personal giving, sponsorships, grants, donations, fundraising activities, or in-kind support.
Time Commitment
Board members should anticipate dedicating approximately:
- 20 hours per month
- Monthly board meetings
- Committee meetings and special projects
- Participation in key BEL programs and events
Priority Skills & Expertise
BEL is especially interested in individuals with experience in:
- Fundraising & Development
- Corporate Sponsorships
- Finance & Accounting
- Human Resources
- Legal
- Public Health
- Mental Health
- Marketing & Communications
- Grant Writing
- Program Evaluation
- Workforce Development
- Nonprofit Leadership
Why Serve?
By serving on the BEL Board of Directors, you will be instrumental in building one of the few organizations in the United States that is dedicated specifically to the wellness, leadership, education, and empowerment of Black lesbians in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Together, we are creating a future where Black lesbians are connected, supported, and thriving.
Questions?
Help BEL Thrive
Your donation helps create wellness programs, leadership opportunities, scholarships, research initiatives, and community spaces for Black lesbians.