Are you interested in volunteering with the American Branch? We need you! 

The Richard III Society-American Branch is an all-volunteer organization run by its members. We have no paid staff, so all dues and donations go directly toward supporting our programs and publications.

Section 7.1 of the American Branch Bylaws requires the Board of Directors to announce when nominations are open for positions within the leadership of the organization. Members may nominate themselves or someone else with their prior approval, by replying to our Membership Chair (membership@r3.org) and letting them know about their interest and suitability for that position. 

“Serving on the Board has been one of my most satisfying experiences,” says Branch chair Susan Troxell, “it has introduced me to a community of like-minded history professionals and enthusiasts, as well as students and emerging scholars. It’s gratifying to be a leader of an organization that has done so much to support scholarship and the reassessment of Richard III and 15th century England.”

Positions which are open for nominations in 2026 are:

Chairperson – A candidate for Chair needs to have been a member for at least 3 continuous years, and to have been an officer or director in the past, or chair of a chapter with at least 10 members, or chair of a standing committee. It’s important that the candidate understand how the American Branch runs, and it is also helpful to understand the Branch’s relationship the the UK’s Richard III Society.

Membership Chair – No previous service requirements, but this position requires digital spreadsheet skills, reliable internet, and a comfort level with interacting with members directly and by using email programs like MailerLite (easy to learn). Maintaining an accurate list of current members is crucial.

Treasurer – No previous service requirements, but this position requires someone who is available to make deposits and payments, and to work with the Branch accountants when they request financial information in the course of preparing our tax returns and bookkeeping records.

Vice Chair & Secretary – These positions are filled and their incumbents are allowed to serve another 2 years, which they indicate they wish to do.

Director At Large – We have the ability to take on additional Directors at Large. This position is great for “beginners” because it doesn’t have any operating duties, but you will be expected to attend all board meetings, to lend a hand to the workflow, and to be willing to learn new things.

You can learn more about each position, and what is expected, by going to the For Members area of our website, and scrolling down to Branch Documents / Member Resources, here. You will have to enter the standard Members’ website password to access this page, contact membership@r3.org if you need it.