Role Purpose

The Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer ensures the financial integrity, transparency, and sustainability of The Art of Drinking Water Foundation.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee financial health, reporting, and stewardship
• Maintain accurate financial records and summaries
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and reserve planning
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial standards
• Provide financial insight to support board decision-making

Role Separation

Board duties performed as Treasurer are unpaid governance responsibilities. Compensation applies only to operational finance services performed in a non-board capacity as Chief Financial Officer.

Compensation Structure

Funding Trigger

• At least $10,000 in awarded grant funding or documented, unrestricted committed donations, and
• Maintenance of three (3) months of operating reserves after stipend payment

Standing Outcomes

• Accurate and timely financial records
• Monthly finance snapshot delivered
• Clear reserve tracking and reporting
• Budget vs. actual visibility
• Compliance awareness and alerts

Monthly Requirement

Submission of a Monthly Treasurer / CFO Finance Snapshot. Stipend release is contingent upon submission.

• Cash balance(s)
• Operating reserves vs. target
• Income received (restricted vs. unrestricted)
• Expenses paid
• Budget vs. actual summary
• Upcoming obligations (next 30 days)

Quarterly Board Finance Agenda

• Financial health overview
• Reserve status
• Budget adjustments
• Compliance review
• Board questions & guidance