On Your Feet Foundation Committee Member

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Want to help, but don't want to sit on a boring old Board of Directors? Have a specific skill and a little extra time on your hands? Become a Committee Member on one of OYFF's 4 Standing Committees:

Governance

• prepare priorities for board composition and oversees annual board self- assessment
• meet with prospective board members and recommend candidates to the board
• recommend a slate of officers to the board
• conduct orientation sessions for new board members and organize training sessions for the entire board

Programs & Personnel

• review and approve client grant requests exceeding $500
• oversee new program development, and monitor and assess existing programs
• guide program evaluations
• facilitate discussions about program priorities for the agency
• draft and/or revise personnel policies for board approval

Development

• partner with the Director of Development to oversee the organization's overall fundraising
• work with staff to establish a fundraising plan that incorporates a series of appropriate vehicles, such as special events, direct mail, product sales, etc.
• take the lead in certain types of outreach efforts, such as chairing a dinner/dance committee or hosting fundraising parties, etc.
• engage board member in fundraising, such as having board members make telephone calls to ask for support, thanking donors, etc.
• monitor fundraising efforts to be sure that ethical practices are in place, that donors are acknowledged appropriately, and that fundraising efforts are cost-effective
• identify and apply for 25+ grants annually

Finance

• review budgets initially prepared by staff to ensure consistency between the budget and the organization's plans
• report any financial irregularities, concerns, opportunities
• recommend financial guidelines to the board
• work with staff to design financial reports and ensure that reports are accurate and timely
• advise the executive director and other appropriate staff on financial priorities and information systems, depending on committee member expertise.

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Committees will be expected to meet every other month, either remotely or in person, per the discretion of the committee chair. Committee Chairs are members of the Board of Directors. If a position on the Board of Directors becomes available, Committee Members will have the first opportunity to apply for the opening.

Recruitment Strategy

We are looking for individuals who have the drive to further the mission of On Your Feet Foundation and a desire to make an impact in the adoption community. Individuals should have 2+ years of professional experience and be able to help us to increase our visibility.

Responsibilities

Committee Members, through volunteer work on their chosen committee will be responsible for furthering the organization's impact by expanding organizational outreach, fundraising, program development and governance for On Your Feet Foundation. Volunteers are also encouraged to support the organization by promoting and attending fundraising, networking and/or outreach events.

Contact

For more information regarding joining one of OYFF's Standing Committees, please send an email to info@onyourfeetmidwest.org or call (224) 858-6933.