A Board of Advisors (chaired by Grace Ann Geibel, RSM) provides leadership and guidance, and is comprised of University administrators and faculty, community and civic leaders.

An Executive Committee of the Board of Advisors provides oversight. Project Advisory Committees assess needs within the three domains (see "Strategies") and recommend projects; co-chairs of these committees assume leadership roles in the development, implementation, evaluation and follow-through of Institute projects.

Institute Facilitators are responsible for operations and logistical support.