Board Treasurer for BIPOC Photo Nonprofit

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Join our dynamic nonprofit organization, Free Juice, nominated for the 2023 Lucies Foundation for Photo Program of the Year. Headquartered in Houston, we're dedicated to fostering diversity in the photography industry through remote mentorship programs and networking events serving BIPOC students and photo enthusiasts across Houston, New York, Atlanta, and Los Angeles.

Role: Treasurer (Volunteer)

As a Treasurer on our Board of Directors, you'll provide vital financial oversight, presenting annual budgets for board approval, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and keeping our financial practices aligned with our programming goals. Skills needed include forecasting, planning, and analysis, as well as bookkeeping and financial reporting. Experience in nonprofit finance is preferred but not required.

Example Tasks:

- Manage and delegate tasks to ensure organizational success
- Maintain compliance with IRS filing requirements
- Develop and articulate budgets to support our financial goals
- Prepare and file financial reports
- Identify and manage contractors
- Audit financial statements
- Prepare budgets for grant submissions
- Develop fundraising practices
- Lead the annual review meeting in December/January

Software:
- Quickbooks

Time Commitment:

Expect to dedicate 2-3 flexible hours per week, including monthly board meetings and occasional fundraising committee weeks.

Responsibilities of Individual Board Members:

Each board member is expected to:

- Understand the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs
- Review and comprehend financial statements
- Actively participate in board meetings
- Make quarterly personal financial contributions
- Advocate for the organization's betterment
- Engage with communications, calendar, and events
- Reach out to potential donors
- Serve on and occasionally lead board committees
- Provide support for fundraising efforts
- Ensure proper financial oversight and resources
- Participate in organizational planning and monitoring
- Recruit and orient new board members and assess performance
- Enhance the organization’s public standing
- Support the Chief Executive and assess performance

Tenure:
Board members are expected to remain until a successor is elected if stepping down.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the photography industry!