Volunteer Board Member (Independent, Unpaid) – Ethical Governance & Strategic Guidance

Intuit Best Friend Foundation is seeking unpaid, independent volunteer Board Members to support the ethical governance and mission stewardship of our organization.

This is a non-clinical, governance-focused volunteer role. Board Members do not provide therapy, counseling, diagnosis, treatment, or operational services of any kind. The role is limited to oversight, guidance, and formal decision-making in accordance with nonprofit governance principles.

About the Board role:

• Participate in periodic Board meetings (held online)
• Review and vote on key governance matters, policies, and strategic direction
• Support ethical oversight, transparency, and organizational independence
• Provide high-level guidance aligned with the Foundation’s mission and values
• We are in the process of seeking 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS and are committed to establishing a diverse and independent Board of Directors to ensure the highest standards of public accountability.

This role does NOT involve:

• Day-to-day operations
• Direct service delivery
• Clinical, therapeutic, or counseling activities
• Regular weekly volunteer work

Time commitment:

• Low and infrequent
• Board meetings are expected to occur monthly or quarterly, depending on organizational needs
• Additional time limited to preparation and review of materials prior to meetings

Compensation:

• This is an entirely unpaid, non-compensated, volunteer Board position
• Board Members serve in an independent capacity and do not receive wages, stipends, or benefits

Who we’re looking for:

• Individuals interested in nonprofit governance, ethics, or mission oversight
• People who value independence, accountability, and non-clinical approaches to well-being
• Prior board experience is welcome but not required

Intuit Best Friend Foundation is a California-based public benefit nonprofit corporation with a global, online-oriented mission. We are currently building our inaugural Board of Directors and welcome applicants from diverse professional and geographic backgrounds.