While nonprofit success is measured in more than just dollars, nonprofits cannot succeed unless they have the resources to do their work — and nonprofit boards are responsible for ensuring they do. Board members must […]
Are your board committees working? Or are they rooted in traditions that grew out of past necessity but have lost their relevance in today’s context? Are they helping or hindering your board? What you’ll find […]
This publication is part of The Governance Series, a six-book collection addressing all of the fundamental elements of service common to most boards. Our all-time bestseller, Ten Basics, not only explores the board’s 10 core responsibilities, […]
Exceptional boards add significant value to their organizations, making discernible differences in their advance on mission. How does a board rise to this level? Are there standards that describe this height of performance? The Source: Twelve […]
Board Fundamentals: Understanding Roles in Nonprofit Governance answers questions about the nonprofit boards role, board member expectations, and how effective boards operate. This publication is intended for new board members in need of an introduction to […]
When you join the board of a nonprofit organization, you take on a set of responsibilities and duties defined by law. An understanding of basic nonprofit legal concepts and rules goes a long way toward […]
Nonprofit boards play a critical leadership role in each and every nonprofit. But – when it comes to the board’s most essential responsibilities – what is most important? And how do we ensure that we […]
This publication is part of The Governance Series, a six-book collection addressing all of the fundamental elements of service common to most boards. Board members must ensure that their organization has adequate resources. One way […]
The Board Chair Handbook focuses on helping nonprofit board chairs carry out their responsibilities for the good of the organization. Whether you are a seasoned board chair wanting to brush up and learn something new, an incoming […]
The task of building a nonprofit board involves more than just filling spaces at the board table. It requires being strategic about identifying and cultivating potential candidates so that the board will not be caught […]
Are you giving your nonprofit bylaws the attention they demand? Most nonprofits begin their existence by filing articles of incorporation with the state. Another critical step is to draft an initial set of bylaws to […]
Chief Executive Succession Planning: Essential Guidance for Boards and CEOs provides a proactive approach so that you are prepared whenever the inevitable day comes. It might be tomorrow; it might be 10 years from now. […]
Driving Strategic Planning: A Nonprofit Executive’s Guide provides insight into the strategic planning process to help you clarify where your organization is going, how it’s going to get there, and how it will know when it’s […]
A Staff’s Guide to Engaging Your Board in Fundraising Studies show that board member participation in fundraising is considered to be inadequate by executive directors and board members alike, so it’s important to look at […]
The Board Practices Policy Sampler includes 57 samples on the following: Board Terms Size of the Board Compensation of Board Members Board Member Expense Reimbursement Board Self-Assessment Election of Officers Board Member Removal Sabbaticals Vacancy […]
The Nonprofit Chief Executive Policy Sampler includes 17 samples on the following: Chief Executive Job Descriptions Chief Executive Performance Evaluation Executive Compensation Executive Transitions BoardSource offers downloadable policy samplers in 10 different topic areas to […]