Board Committee Mandates

At Infinite Wave Foundation (IWF), our Board of Directors provides oversight through focused committees that support strategic planning, mission execution, and community accountability.

We currently operate with three active committees that drive our work in community programs, fund development, and engagement events. As our organizational capacity grows, we will expand this structure to include governance, finance, audit, and executive functions.

1. Programs Committee

Purpose:

To ensure all programs align with IWF’s mission and values, are rooted in community needs, and create measurable impact.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor key performance indicators and community outcomes

• Ensure programming is trauma-informed, culturally rooted, and accessible

• Collaborate with staff and partners to evaluate program effectiveness

• Recommend opportunities for improvement, scaling, or innovation

Supported Programs:

• Cultivate Our Youth (Year-Round & Summer Programs)

• Meals Movement

• Wellness Warriors

• Farm to Families
  
  

2. Fund Development & Partnerships Committee

Purpose:

To strengthen the organization’s financial sustainability and strategic growth by supporting fundraising and partnership efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Support donor outreach, grant applications, and sponsorship opportunities

• Build relationships with funders, corporate partners, and community stakeholders

• Provide guidance on fundraising campaigns and communications

• Advise on ethical gift acceptance policies

• Collaborate with staff to ensure all fundraising activities reflect IWF’s mission
  
  

3. Events Committee

Purpose:

To support the planning, promotion, and execution of events that raise awareness, celebrate milestones, and deepen community engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate community events, fundraisers, and outreach activities

• Collaborate with program teams to align events with strategic goals

• Engage volunteers and community partners in event planning

• Ensure events are inclusive, culturally respectful, and accessible

• Evaluate event success and capture feedback for future improvements
  
  

Future Committees (To Be Established)

As we expand our team and Board capacity, IWF intends to form the following governance committees:

• Governance & Nominations Committee: Oversight of Board effectiveness, recruitment, and policy review

• Finance & Audit Committee: Oversight of budgets, financial reports, audits, and compliance

• Executive Committee: Strategic leadership between board meetings

These committees will be guided by formal Terms of Reference and best practices in nonprofit governance.

Committee Operations

• Committees operate under the authority of the Board of Directors

• Each committee meets monthly or as needed, and reports to the full Board

• Chairs are appointed by the Board, with members consisting of Directors, volunteers, or advisors as needed

• All committee decisions must align with IWF’s mission, strategic plan, and charitable obligations under the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

Full Terms of Reference will be published as each committee is established.

Community Engagement in Committees

Infinite Wave Foundation welcomes skilled and passionate individuals to participate in board committees as community members or advisors and not as non-voting members, based on lived experience, professional expertise, or alignment with our mission.

These individuals are not directors of the board, but work in partnership with leadership to help shape our impact.

Participation is by invitation or application and is subject to approval by the Board of Directors. All committee members are expected to maintain confidentiality and uphold IWF’s values.

Transparency & Integrity

We are committed to transparency in how we lead, serve, and grow. Our Board committee structure reflects our values of accountability, community collaboration, and sustainable impact.

Questions or requests? Email: governance@infinitewavefoundation.com