Steering Committee

Our Objectives, Structure and Deliverables

What is a steering committee? This is a group of individuals appointed to provide expert advice and recommendations to an organization or decision-making body. Advisory and steering committees are commonly used in various sectors, including business, education, healthcare, and government, to leverage the knowledge and expertise of its members to guide policies, strategies, and initiatives.

Objective: The Steering Committee governs, provides strategic oversight, accountability, and stakeholder representation. 

Structure:

• • Steering Committee Composition: The members commit to one year and are selected ensure alignment with the mission, equity values, and early strategic needs of the MFSN. 

  • Selection Criteria: Prioritize a cross-section of community voices (nonprofits, public agencies, Chamber of Commerce, grassroots leaders, residents with lived experience, funders). 

  • Evolution: Steering Committee will set the structure for MFSN.

Deliverables:

• • Approve budget

  • Discuss and provide feedback for work plan

  • Provide guidance for the launch of the Navigator Pilot Program

  • Develop needed task force(s)

2025-2026 Members

We are honored to have this committed group of members who are dedicating additional time to guide the Manatee Food Security Network to ensure alignment with the mission, equity values, and early strategic needs of the network.