This is the ground floor
Emmy's Friends began with one family's experience of childhood cancer, and the community that carried them through it. Mike and Aja started the foundation to turn what they lived into help for other families. Emmy is ten now, and thriving. The foundation is still small and still forming, which is why this moment in the board's formation matters more than any other.
To become a 501(c)(3) and do the work, we need a seated board. The people who step in now will help decide what the nonprofit becomes, how it shows up for families, and where it goes first. Every governance seat below is open. If the story resonates and you want a hand in building something from the ground up, we would love to talk.
Emmy's Friends is a Colorado-incorporated nonprofit in formation. We are building our founding board and will file for 501(c)(3) status once governance is in place.
Who's already in
When Mike and Aja needed someone to help get the foundation off the ground, Kimberly, Emmy's aunt, brought her background in education, writing, and design to the work. She's currently managing day-to-day operations as the org forms its board and moves toward 501(c)(3) status.
Open Positions
We're looking for
Supports the President and steps in as needed. Often takes point on specific program areas or initiatives. A good fit for someone who leads by doing and is comfortable stepping up when called on.
Looking for: collaborative leadership, project coordination, comfort supporting executive functions.
Fill out the VP questionnaireKeeps minutes, maintains records, and ensures the board stays organized and compliant. Detail-oriented and reliable. The backbone of good governance.
Looking for: organized, detail-oriented, a clear writer who can take real-time notes.
Fill out the Secretary questionnaireOversees financial reporting, budget review, and compliance filings. Accounting or financial background helpful but not required. Any form of financial experience is welcome here.
Looking for: financial experience of any kind, from budgeting and bookkeeping to accounting, HOA finance, or nonprofit fiscal management.
Fill out the Treasurer questionnaireBring what you know. Whether that's healthcare, nutrition, community organizing, communications, law, or the lived experience of caregiving or serious illness. The most flexible role on the board.
Looking for: expertise, perspective, or community connections. What you bring is what matters.
Fill out the Director questionnaireWhat to Expect
The commitment
Regular board meetings to review progress, vote on decisions, and stay connected to the mission. Remote-friendly.
This foundation is in its early growth phase. Your involvement now shapes what it becomes, and what it can do for families down the road.
A small group of people who care about families going through something hard, and want to make it a little more survivable.
Referrals Welcome
Know someone who would be a great fit? A nutrition professional, a cancer survivor, a community builder. We'd love an introduction. Reach out through the contact page.
Want to be part of this?
Reach out and tell us who you are and what draws you to this work. No formal application. Just a conversation, with Kimberly.
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