The Interactive Fiction Technology Foundation is currently seeking applicants for its board of directors. IFTF’s board is designed with mandatory limits on term length, requiring regular recruitment to ensure the health, vitality and strength of the organization.

The board is responsible for IFTF’s strategic leadership, making sure that all its programs fulfill the organization’s mission and adhere to its values, while also evaluating new projects and directions. Joining the board is also an excellent way to earn experience in leadership, business and philanthropy while building relationships with leaders in narrative gaming.

Volunteer terms on the board are three years in length and represent a highly visible opportunity to advocate for, support and preserve interactive fiction and narrative games as an art form. Serving on the board does not require previous board or nonprofit experience, and requires as little as two or three hours per month in time commitment. A board member may serve two consecutive terms.

IFTF leadership strongly believes in increasing the diversity of the organization, and anyone throughout the narrative game community is welcome to self-nominate using this form. Additionally, the board also welcomes nominations on behalf of others. Please feel free to share the open call with contacts you think would be a good fit. If you know someone who would be a great board member and you think would appreciate the team reaching out to them, please email board@iftechfoundation.org.

The deadline to submit is July 1, 2026. Afterward, the current IFTF board of directors and advisory board will review applicants through August 1, 2026. You can find more information—including duties, expectations, qualifications and full details of the application timeline—in the submission form.