Organization New River Abortion Access Fund
Contact Emailboard@newriverabortionfund.org
Primary Focus AreaHealth and Safety
Service AreasCharlottesville, Other
Service Area OtherGreater Charlottesville, Greater Roanoke, Southwest Virginia
Year Organization Established2019
Number of Paid Staff2
Current Operating Budget469,000
Board Meeting FrequencyOnce a month
City In Which Board Meetings Are HeldVirtual

Board Position type

Treasurer

Desired skills, perspectives, experiences, and characteristics of new board members

Requirements:

New River Abortion Access Fund is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to creating and protecting abortion access in Virginia, especially in Southwest, Virginia and Appalachia.

Our organization is currently seeking a volunteer to serve as a treasurer to serve on our board of directors. Interested candidates should:

  • Have knowledge or interest in learning about abortion funds and/or reproductive justice
  • Personal commitment to ensuring abortion access in Virginia 
  • Understanding of nonprofit accounting for nonprofit organizations

Responsibilities

  • Serves as financial officer of the organization and as chair of the finance committee 
  • Oversees the financial aspects of board decisions. 
  • Works with the staff and the board to develop a long-term financial strategy. 
  • Works with the board and staff in assessing the annual financial condition of the organization. 
  • Assists the board chair and executive director in preparing the annual budget and presenting the budget to the board for approval 
  • Assists the board chair and executive director in maintaining relevant organizational insurance policies
  • Works with the executive director, board and financial professional to ensure that appropriate financial reports are made available to the board on a timely basis 
  • Oversees annual financial review and revise, as needed, budget preparation materials.

Annual Time Commitment (including committee meetings, special events, work outside the board, etc.)

  • Board Terms are for 3 years with the option to renew.  
  • Meetings are monthly for 2 hours and are held virtually. 
  • Board members are asked to serve on at least one committee. 
  • There is one mandatory in person board retreat, and multiple in person events that our board members can attend if possible.

Is a minimum financial contribution required?

No

Prior Board experience preferred?

Yes

Does the Board have term limits?

Yes

Board Term Limit

-

Additional Information

Board Application

Does The Organization have Directors & Officer's insurance?

Yes