Your nonprofit’s board of directors should enjoy the role, the opportunity to support a cause close to their hearts and the camaraderie of working with others who’re dedicated to achieving the same mission. But the job can be challenging. For example, boards must take ethical and practical action in times of crisis and always avoid ... Read More ›
Large, long-established not-for-profits generally know where the duties of their staff end and those of their board members begin. But smaller or newer organizations don’t always understand the limits of each “lane.” To avoid confusion and misunderstandings — and help ensure efficient operations — employees and board members need explicit guidelines about their roles and ... Read More ›
In addition to widespread federal funding cuts, many not-for-profit leaders are concerned about a possible economic downturn. If you’re a on the board of directors for an organization whose finances aren’t in good shape, its ability to fund critical programs — or even remain operational — could be severely undermined. You and the rest of ... Read More ›