Leading with Intent: BoardSource Index of Nonprofit  Board Practices

Purpose-Driven Board Leadership

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BoardSource is the recognized leader in nonprofit board leadership research, leadership, and support. We provide leaders with an extensive range of tools, resources, and research data to increase board effectiveness and strengthen organizational impact, and serve as the national voice for inspired and effective board leadership. BoardSource is a 501(c)(3) organization.

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Topic-area  Resources

Resources and tools on a range of board leadership topics that can help you and your board educate yourselves and address challenges or opportunities your board may be facing.

Board Support  Program

The Board Support Program provides your entire organization with our full suite of tools, training, assessments, and resources, no matter where you are on your governance journey.

Assessments

Regularly assessing board performance is an effective way to ensure your board members understand their duties, perform well, and utilize good governance practices.

Network of Consultants

Support from a board consultant is invaluable. Consultants listed are invited to be part of the directory based on their expertise and experience in nonprofit governance.

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The Board Support Program is BoardSource’s core board development program. It provides year-round, on-demand access to educational resources, support from BoardSource experts, and a comprehensive board self-assessment. It’s an essential resource for every board committed to effective leadership and governance.

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Inspiring Change

Purpose-Driven Board Leadership

Four principles that drive nonprofit board leadership and thinking.