Operating Committee Volunteer Interest Form
Volunteers are the heart of our organization.
We enthusiastically welcome your involvement! There are many ways to volunteer, all requiring different commitments in time and talent. We strive to work with each volunteer individually in assessing the best way to help FPS pursue its mission. To start the conversation, please complete the form below.
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Operating Committee for which You'd like to Volunteer
Finance and Investment Committee
--The role of the Finance and Investment Committee is to provide oversight and guidance to the Board of Directors with respect to the critical key components of fiscal reporting and management in the operation of For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation. The three key components of fiscal oversight are: investment management and budget planning and evaluation. The Committee also reviews the long-term financial plan of the organization as it relates to cash position and development opportunities.
Audit Committee
--The role of the Audit Committee is to review all items related to the audit including appropriate allocations and compliance with mandated 990 requirements. This committee will also be defacto members of the Finance and Investment Committee and will be involved in those outlined aspects above in addition to the audit function.
Medical Advisory Committee
--The Medical Advisory Committee oversees the planning and implementation of the Patient Program and Ancillary Support. They specifically form the internal and external program guidelines, review patient program expenditures with recommendations for resource efficiency, formulate processes for program operation to ensure a flow of donated accommodations. They also develop Ancillary Support services for Patients and surviving caregivers to ensure their involvement in the FPS Community. The committee reports patient statistics and program highlights to the Board of Directors monthly.
Advancement Committee
--
The
purpose
of the
Advancement
Committee
is
to
ensure
that
For
Pete’s
Sake Cancer
Respite
Foundation
has (1) an effective
development
and
donor
relations program in place to
maximize
philanthropic
support for the
organization
and (2) an effective marketing and communication program in place for
proper
mission
awareness
supporting
the
growth
in building the
nation’s
first-of-
its
-
kind
cancer
respite
center
that
requires
advancement
to
grow
at all tiers and initiatives. The
Advancement
Committee
will
provide
guidance, feedback, and support for how to
grow
in
its
varying
advancement
initiatives (i.e. capital,
endowment
, and operating).
Executive Committee
--This Committee meets to review major issues confronting For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation. The Committee meets between scheduled board meetings and is given limited authority to act on the Board’s behalf as dictated by the organization’s Bylaws. The committee is compromised of the chair, co-chair, treasurer, secretary, and CEO.
Building Committee
--
Th
e purpose of the Building Committee is to ensure the proper design, construction
management
and overall project management of Pete’s Dream. The committee, working with our general contractor, provides
expertise
,
recommendations
and project management experience to ensure the Pete’s Dream construction is being financially & operationally managed. The Committee works directly with Butz Family of Companies on a weekly basis to ensure that the vision for Pete’s Dream is
being fulfilled
.
Technology
Committee
--
The Technology Committee will help to ensure FPS leverages technology strategically, efficiently, and responsibly to support its mission, enhance
the family
experience, strengthen operations, and enable sustainable growth. As the organization prepares to open Pete’s Dream, the committee will provide guidance and oversight to ensure our technology infrastructure evolves to support our growth.
Ecumenical Council
--The role of the Ecumenical Council is to address the needs of families facing cancer and the impact this journey has in three distinct components
1) general coping with disease in close proximity of time before/during and after respite, 2) end of life spiritual enrichment and 3) bereavement.
The committee has two distinct roles: to be a resource related to materials that could be provided to families and to be available personally for any personal outreach should this need arise.
Investigative Research
--The Investigative Research Committee evaluates data from nominators, oncologists, caregivers, and patients, along with market and research opportunities, to guide future strategies. It identifies ways to strengthen data management and insights, refine marketing and market positioning, develop partnerships, and pursue responsible data-driven revenue opportunities. Its goal is to recommend priorities and next steps that position FPS for sustainable growth and expanded funding.
Young Professional Society-
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A young professional engagement and giving society for ages 21–35, inspired by FPS founder Pete Bossow. M
embers commit to $10/month, with gifts restricted to funding Respite Experiences.
The society
provides opportunities for networking, professional development, volunteering, and deeper engagement with FPS.
New York Council
--This region educates New York and North Jersey Oncology Teams about the FPS nomination process and raises funds for the FPS mission.
Other
If “Other” was selected, please specify your area of interest.
What attracted you to For Pete's Sake in particular?
What skills, training, or knowledge do you wish to utilize at FPS?
Please provide two personal or professional references.
I understand and agree that I am voluntarily participating with For Pete's Sake Cancer Respite Foundation at my own risk and my own request. As a volunteer on an operating committee, I will have to submit a more thorough application with references and a background check prior to approval. This interest form does not guarantee acceptance of my application to the committee selected.
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