March 2021
Nonprofit Boards: Recommended Governance Practices
The nonprofit boards best equipped to lead their organizations are self-aware, function in constructive partnership with their chief executives…performance.
Nonprofit Governance: State Specific Practices
Specific legal obligations vary state by state. Recognizing and adopting these practices not only benefits individual charitable nonprofits, but also donors, individuals, and communities.
Virtual Board Meetings: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Success
Virtual board meetings can be a powerful tool, and just like any solution, this concept presents unique challenges and benefits.
The Nonprofit Board’s Role in CEO Selection
This requires a systematic three-step process that readies both internal and external candidates for transition to the executive chair.
Four Researched-Based Tips to Maximize Your Meetings
A recent study found that satisfying meetings with these four tips can empower employees, rather than deplete them.
Sample Timeline for Nonprofit Strategic Planning
This timeline is provided as a basis for discussion and development of the planning process, and should be modified and customized to meet your organization’s needs.
The Effective Not-for-Profit Board
This third edition of The Effective Not-for-Profit Board discusses NPO governance within the current regulatory and stakeholder environment.
Nonprofit CEO Evaluations: 5 Best Practices for Your Team
Just like at a business, a nonprofit CEO should have periodic evaluations.
Best Practices of Highly Effective Nonprofit Boards
This printable tool is a summary adapted from “Governance as Leadership” Reframing the Work of Nonprofit Boards.
3 Key Skills to Focus on When Training New Board Members
So, you’re bringing on new board members. Congratulations! How are you going to train them?