Join the Board of Trustees
FIUTS (Foundation for International Understanding Through Students) is a non-profit organization that advances international understanding through cross-cultural experiences, student leadership, and community connections. Founded at the University of Washington in 1948, FIUTS envisions a global community, tied to the Puget Sound region, where people are connected through friendship, mutual respect, and a commitment to peace and understanding.
The FIUTS Board of Trustees is an incredible group of community leaders who are passionate about our mission and interested in making an impact through citizen diplomacy. Each summer, FIUTS recruits a cohort of 4-6 new trustees to our large board.
The FIUTS Board of Trustees (BOT) meets bi-monthly, and each member serves on at least one committee, who generally meet in the alternate months. In addition, trustees attend 3-6 public events each year and participate in fundraising and other programs. The FIUTS BOT is made up of 18-25 community members and 6 student members, who serve one-year terms. FIUTS Trustees serve a three-year term that can be renewed one time.
Overall Responsibilities:
In partnership with the Executive Director and Student Board, develop and implement FIUTS’ strategic plan by setting and evaluating program performance against goals
Serve as a FIUTS ambassador and promote FIUTS programs to the community
Provide oversight of organization policies, procedures and programs
Review financial statements and approve annual budget; ensure prudent use of assets and effective management
Participate in fundraising, “friend-raising”, and special events
Serve on committees and task forces that focus on governance, fundraising, finance and HR, board development, and strategy
Ensure FIUTS programs meet their objectives and uphold our commitment to the community
Interested in learning more or meeting with a current BOT member? Read our 2024 Trustee Information Sheet or contact Era Schrepfer, Executive Director at era@fiuts.org.