Join our Board of Directors

Be responsible for determining and instituting programs to be carried out by Sigma Alpha Omega Foundation – such as grants, scholarships, leadership programs, and Programs events. (Bylaws)

Be responsible for verifying that funds are available, tasks are delegated, and outcomes evaluated. (Bylaws)

Be responsible for the organization and supplication of ideas from the board of directors, as pertains to scholarships, grants, leadership programs, Philanthropic events and fundraising endeavors. (Bylaws)

In general, perform all duties incident to the office of secretary and such other duties as may be required by these bylaws, or which may be assigned to him or her from time to time by the board of directors. (Bylaws)

Ensure that policies are in place, and occur annually, to evaluate the organization’s programs and services, in order to determine if they advance the mission and are effective in meeting the needs of its beneficiaries. (Jossey)

The Programs Director shall oversee the Non-delegate grant process.

Sisters Helping Sisters management on the back end: communication with the chapters/sisters needing assistance, following up with sisters to make sure they’ve sent a thank you to their donor, if necessary

Oversee the planning and execution of all sister facing events (i.e. missions and synchronous and asynchronous programming)

Regularly review and uphold the mission and revise if necessary. (Jossey)

Engage in strategic thinking to determine the strategic directions and priorities against the organization’s mission, vision, values and changes in the internal and external environment. (Jossey)

Periodically assess performance with self and peer evaluations. (Jossey)

Actively participate in fundraising endeavors presented.

Actively pursue recruitment of donors, incoming directors, and relevant partnerships and committee members were formed

Board members are to actively participate in the annual convention whether in person or virtual. 

One Board member should act as a sitting member of the Convention Committee each year, oversee workshop at convention, and participate in needed committees.

Acts at the lead contact for donors and development of a donor base.

Active engagement with alumni members of the Sigma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. to continue fostering strong relationships with donors.

Maintain and develop a donor database.

Sisters Helping Sisters management on the front end: making and managing the form, contacting/following up with alumni, matching donors with the sisters needing assistance, if necessary

Assist with honoring and recognizing donors.

Maintain necessary paperwork and knowledge for donation requests (up to date letterhead, Tax ID number).

Knowledge of what donations can and cannot be tax-exempt, explicitly explaining that to donors, and providing tax-exemption paperwork if requested.

Actively research and connect with public facing organizations to garner financial support 

Lead grant writer, with support of other Board of Director members, as needed 

Serve as the lead for Alumni Giving Day and Sigma Alpha Omega Foundation liaison for National Charitable Foundation Day

Have active communication with the Sigma Alpha Omega Vice President of Alumnae Relations

Certify and keep at the principal office of the corporation the original, or a copy of these bylaws as amended or otherwise altered to date.

Keep a book of minutes of all meetings of the directors, and, if applicable, meetings of committees of directors and of members, recording therein the time and place of holding, whether regular or special, how called, how notice thereof was given, the names of those present or represented at the meeting, and the proceedings thereof. 

Be custodian of the records and of the seal of the corporation and see that the seal is affixed to all duly executed documents, the execution of which on behalf of the corporation under its seal is authorized by law or these bylaws

Ensure that policies are in place, and occur annually, to evaluate the organization’s board of directors, i.e. the self evaluation.

Promote the organization to donors and potential donors. 

Create and establishing Public Relations and Marketing ideas/strategies for organization.

Have charge and custody of, and be responsible for, all funds and securities of the corporation, and deposit all such funds in the name of the corporation in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as shall be selected by the board of directors. (Bylaws)

Receive, and give receipt for, monies due and payable to the corporation from any source whatsoever. (Bylaws)

Disburse, or cause to be disbursed, the funds of the corporation as may be directed by the board of directors, taking proper vouchers for such disbursements. (Bylaws)

Keep and maintain adequate and correct accounts of the corporation's properties and business transactions, including accounts of its assets, liabilities, receipts, disbursements, gains and losses. (Bylaws)

Exhibit at all reasonable times the books of account and financial records to any director of the corporation, or to his or her agent or attorney, on request thereof. (Bylaws)

Render to the president and directors, whenever requested, an account of any or all of his or her transactions as treasurer and of the financial condition of the corporation. 

Prepare, or cause to be prepared, and certify, or cause to be certified, the financial statements to be included in any required reports. (Bylaws)

Work to maintain 501c3 tax status by completing tax returns promptly and on time. (Bylaws)

In general, perform all duties incident to the office of treasurer and such other duties as may be required by law, by the articles of incorporation of the corporation, or by these bylaws, or which may be assigned to him or her from time to time by the board of directors. (Bylaws)

Ensure that adequate financial resources are secured to support the proposed programs

Ensure that the current organization’s current revenues are stable and encourage the cultivation of sources of revenue that are sustainable for a long term. (Jossey)

Ensure that income is managed properly and that financial statements are accurate, intelligible, comprehensive and timely to reflect the true financial condition of the organization and key financial transactions. (Jossey)

Ensure that accumulated assets are protected. (Jossey)

Ensure that policies and practices are in place to protect the well-being, safety and development of staff volunteers, and clients. (Jossey)

Handle all dealing with organizations chosen for the venue of banking. (Jossey)

Propose an annual budget for Board review at the first meeting of the fiscal year. (Bylaws)

While it is the responsibility of the entire board of directors to actively participate in fundraising opportunities the Treasurer shall be responsible for bringing ideas to discussion, and opening dialogue regarding fundraising endeavors. (Bylaws)  

Oversee and manage Sisters Helping Sisters Program, ensuring delegation where appropriate 

Manage the Emergency Relief Fund and maintain the following needs of the program