Volunteer - Treasurer

Volunteer Opportunity:

Treasurer

Position Overview

Join our friendly Board of Directors as our volunteer Treasurer! This important role helps keep IL HRC financially healthy so we can focus on what we do best - supporting homeschool families in Central Illinois.

You'll be part of a collaborative team that's passionate about providing Christian resources and building community for families just like yours. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with numbers and wants to make a real difference in Christian education.

Your Main Responsibilities

Keep Our Finances Organized

Help manage IL HRC's funds and financial records
Work with our board-approved bank accounts
Track donations and expenses (we'll show you our systems!)

Join Our Monthly Team Meetings

Attend our relaxed monthly board meetings
Share simple financial updates with the team
Be part of planning and decision-making

Create Easy-to-Understand Reports

Prepare basic financial summaries for the board
Help with our annual financial review
Keep records organized and accessible

Support Our Mission

Help with budget planning (don't worry, we'll guide you!)
Assist with tracking fundraising efforts
Ensure we're making wise financial decisions

What We're Looking For

Helpful Experience

Some background with finances, bookkeeping, or accounting (even personal experience counts!)
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort with basic computer tasks
Heart for Christian education and homeschool families

Personal Qualities

Agreement with our Statement of Faith (we'll share this with you)
Willingness to complete a simple background check (standard for all our volunteers)
Reliable and committed to helping our mission
Good communication skills for working with our friendly board

Nice to Have (But Not Required!)

Experience with non-profit finances
Familiarity with accounting software like QuickBooks
Understanding of tax-exempt organizations

What's in it for you

Make a meaningful impact on homeschool families in your community
Work with a supportive, faith-centered team
Flexible scheduling that works around your family's needs
Training and mentorship from current board members
Connect with other like-minded families
Gain valuable non-profit experience

Important Note: This is a volunteer position - no salary, but lots of satisfaction from serving others!

Time Commitment

One monthly board meeting (usually 2-3 hours, often in the evening)
Annual meeting in June
Some financial tasks throughout the month (you choose when to do them)
About 5-10 hours total per month

Interested in Helping?

We'd love to hear from you! Don't worry if you're not sure you're "qualified enough" - we believe in training and supporting our volunteers. If you have a heart for serving and some basic financial skills, we can work with you.

Questions? Feel free to reach out to our Director, Rebekah Schwind, at info@illinoishrc.com