Volunteer Board Member / Treasurer for Cerebral Palsy Kids and Families

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Cerebral Palsy Kids and Families has been sharing knowledge and hope to families living with cerebral palsy and similar neuromotor disabilities in the Calgary area since 1951.
Our mission is to deliver valuable supports, resources and opportunities to families and individuals living with cerebral palsy and similar neuromotor disabilities throughout their life journey.
We offer a range of programs that create a positive and consistent support system for families, along with providing opportunities for kids to experience the simple joys of being a kid. These include our family support program, summer camps, baby therapy groups, counselling, family holiday events, and the largest adaptive bicycle program in the country
Our vision is to ensure individuals living with cerebral palsy and similar neuromotor disabilities experience an inclusive, abundant and happy life.

Description of Role:
Cerebral Palsy Kids and Families is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Board of Directors. We currently have 2-3 positions open, that we are looking to fill with the right people. Our Treasurer position will be opening in May/June. Our Board is predominantly a governance Board, but we do expect Board Members to be regularly engaged with our organization and committed to its success and sustainability.

• Know the organization’s mission, policies, programs and needs
• Champion CPKF in the wider Calgary community, working to develop greater awareness of, and support for, our agency
• Sit on various Board committees as appropriate –e.g. special events, fundraising, governance, etc.
• Participate in special events throughout the year
• Attend Board meetings, which are held every third Thursday evening from September through June, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
• Time commitment is approximately 7-10 hours per month, inclusive of Board meetings

Treasurer Specific duties also include:
• Review financial statements and financial position, relative to budget
• Review and provide guidance on annaul budget
• Prepare and present Treasurer’s report for monthly board meetings, keeping board members abreast on current financial position and issues
• Ensure adequate financial controls and processes are in place
• Sit on and attend meetings for Audit Committee and Executive Committee


Certification or Education Required:
• For the Treasurer position, we require a CPA or CPA student
• Passionate about supporting individuals living with disabilities, particularly neuromotor
• Team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Have strategic thinking skills, innovative and creative approaches to problem solving
• We are particularly interested in candidates who hold expertise in:
o social enterprise
o marketing and digital media
o fundraising (particularly corporate sponsorship and special events)
o governance (previous corporate or non-profit Board experience)
o government relations
o working with and supporting diverse communities

Duration of Term:
2 Years or More

Contact:
Email: Laurel@calgarycp.org
Charity/Foundation Website: https://www.calgarycp.org