91´«Ã½

To submit a recommended budget for action to the PLA board of directors; to advise the PLA board on all fiscal matters of the division, including the fiscal implications of the division's publications and programs.

Deliverables and outcomes:

• Each year, review initial and subsequent drafts of the PLA fiscal year budget, making recommendations for revision and presenting a final draft to the PLA Board of Directors for approval
• Become familiar with 91´«Ã½ financial operations and policies in order to advise PLA on its position as an internal division
• Advise PLA staff and the PLA Board of Directors on strategies to use revenue, such as that raised through fundraising, interest income and general operating surpluses, to sustain or develop new initiatives
• Increase PLA’s diverse fundraising and sustainability efforts, including individual giving (annual appeals, planned gifts, major gifts), grant writing, and earned income through publications and events

Expected time commitment:

• Attend 91´«Ã½ Midwinter Meeting and 91´«Ã½ Annual Conference (4 hours/year plus travel time)
• Attend virtual meetings scheduled 1–2 times annually (2–3 hours/year)
• Review and respond to emails and budget drafts (2–3 hours/year)

Desired skills, knowledge, or experience:

• Ability to understand financial statements
• Experience in creating, reviewing, and/or managing budgets
• Knowledge of financial policy and procedures for non-profits
• Ability to work cooperatively with other committee members