FOUA Leadership Opportunities

Friends of Urban Agriculture is a 100% volunteer organization. We are successful when neighbors come together to promote urban agriculture.

June, 2025

We are currently looking for a treasurer and a bookkeeper for our 2026-2028 term. If you are interested in either of these positions please fill out this form so we can get to know you. This information will be shared only with members so we can get to know you (except where noted). Our board is a working board that meets once a month and attends additional events and activities as needed throughout the year. FOUA does not have staff and is run by a volunteer board of directors.

Treasurer (Board of Directors)

Are you a finance or accounting professional with a passion for community service? Do you relish the opportunity to be a strategist and build leadership skills while improving food security, public health, and the environment? FOUA is seeking a dedicated volunteer treasurer to join our Board of Directors. 

This pivotal role involves providing financial oversight and guidance, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and helping to sustain the organization’s financial health. As a voting member of the board, you will work closely with board members and our volunteer bookkeeper to develop and implement financial policies and procedures that align with FOUA’s mission and values. If you possess strong communication skills and a deep understanding of financial management, we invite you to make a meaningful impact by joining our team.

Per FOUA bylaws, board members must either live or work in Arlington County.

FOUA Treasurer Position Description

Application form

Bookkeeper (volunteer)POSITION CLOSED

Are you an adaptable and dynamic individual with a passion for accounting? Do you relish the opportunity to embrace change and contribute to an organization’s growth? If so, we have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a volunteer bookkeeper. This essential position offers a unique opportunity to put your passion for the environment, public health, or growing food into action while building essential bookkeeping skills. Your contribution will ensure that our financial operations run smoothly and effectively, supporting the overall health and integrity of our organization.

While not required, preference may be given to those in the Arlington/Northern Virginia area.

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