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Budget and Fundraising Chairperson

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ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org

Recruiting Organization: Season to Soar

Position Summary

Empower change by leading Season to Soar’s budget and fundraising initiatives to ensure that fewer youth face challenges such as food insecurity, violence, and poverty. As the Budget and Fundraising Chairperson, you will provide essential leadership to our committee, serving as the primary liaison with the Advisory Board. Through this role, you will make a lasting impact on the lives of middle school-aged children in underserved communities.

Essential Functions

Functions as a strategic partner to key departments, offering guidance on financial planning, fundraising initiatives, and budget allocation to ensure alignment with Season to Soar’s mission.

Leads the development of innovative fundraising strategies and financial plans. Responsible for executing fundraising activities, including grant writing, sponsorship development, and donation drives.

Directs and mentors committee members, ensuring effective communication and support within the Budget and Fundraising Committee. Cultivates committee member engagement and oversees recruitment and onboarding.

Acts as the primary contact between the Budget and Fundraising Committee and the Advisory Board, maintaining consistent and transparent communication on financial matters and progress.

Oversees organizational budget, financial policies, and fund allocation. Regularly reviews financial practices to ensure resources are used effectively and aligned with program goals.

Participates in special projects, serves as a facilitator for project teams, and coordinates presentations and training sessions for committee and board members.

Education & Experience

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, and 2-5 years of related experience in accounting or finance.

Demonstrated expertise in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising is preferred. Professional certification, such as CPA, is preferred

Additional Requirements

Must successfully pass a general background check, including a local and state criminal history check.

Physical Requirements

  • Extended Keyboard Use: Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements

  • Some tasks require the ability to discern visual and audio cues for effective communication.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, particularly in discussions with committee members and the Advisory Board.

Environmental Exposures

  • Essential functions are typically performed in standard indoor environments with no significant exposure to adverse conditions.

Estimated Time Commitment

  • Estimated to be 2 hours per week and term length is one year.

Stipend ProvidedFalse

Training ProvidedFalse

Housing AvailableFalse

Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse

Wheelchair AccessibleFalse

Fee RequiredFalse

Fee Amount: None

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About Idealist.org

Location:

389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016, US

Mission Statement

To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.

Description

Idealist is a leading online global resource for finding jobs in the nonprofit sector, as well as volunteer opportunities and graduate school programs for social impact.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Advocacy & Human Rights, Children & Youth, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

710 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605

(41.87274,-87.62632)
 

SKILLS

  • Accounting

GOOD FOR

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REQUIREMENTS

  • FEW_HOURS_WEEK

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