SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 85 84 NONPROFIT BOARD SERVICE Nonprofit board service is one of the many ways Weil colleagues extend their leadership beyond the Firm. By contributing their time, skills and judgment to organizations they care deeply about, our people help guide mission-driven work and strengthen the communities those organizations serve. The perspectives below offer a closer look at what motivates this service, the impact it creates and why governance plays such a meaningful role in advancing social good. Peter Mee, Partner, Boston Vice Chair, Board of Directors Special Olympics Massachusetts What inspired you to join the board of Special Olympics Massachusetts, and why does this mission resonate with you personally? I was first introduced to Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) through an opportunity to provide pro bono legal assistance while I was an associate at a previous firm. That engagement soon expanded to volunteer work, recruitment and participation in a number of SOMA events. I always say that it is nearly impossible to walk away from a SOMA event without feeling inspired. The athletes bring such positivity and joy to their competitions that one cannot help but feel a call to action. What aspects or moments of your board service have been the most meaningful or rewarding? One of the most meaningful aspects of this experience has been the opportunity to interact directly with Special Olympics athletes. These interactions have been profoundly inspiring and have highlighted the incredible spirit and determination of such an amazing group. Being part of an organization dedicated to furthering the lives of Special Olympics athletes has been an honor, and every moment spent working towards their growth and success has been deeply fulfilling, and I am grateful for the chance to contribute to such a noble cause. Why do you believe it’s important for people to serve on nonprofit boards? Serving on a nonprofit board offers an incredible opportunity to give back to the community in a meaningful way. It allows individuals to contribute their expertise and resources to causes they care deeply about while making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Board service also fosters personal growth by building leadership skills, expanding one’s network and offering insight into the challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector. Boston attorneys and staff volunteering at Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games, guiding track and field events and celebrating the athletes’ accomplishments.
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