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Board Member Roles and Responsibilities BoardSource

WEBThis starts with an understanding of the fundamental legal duties of each individual board member, which include: Duty of Care — Each board member has a legal responsibility …

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Structure, Committees, and Meetings

WEBStructure – both of the board as a whole and of individual board meetings – is an important part of an efficient and successful nonprofit board. Form follows function, or at least it …

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Common Nonprofit Board Responsibilities BoardSource

WEBOne of the fundamental, legal responsibilities of a nonprofit board is to provide oversight and accountability for the organization. Board members serve as a guiding body, …

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It's Time to Talk AboutWhat Board Commitment to Equity

WEBThe New York Times editorial board opinion piece speaks to the conditions that will be required for a more equitable society in the future (such as addressing the …

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Elements to Include in a Chief Executive Employment Contract

WEBThe most important elements of a chief executive contract are as follows: Term of the contract and provisions for contract renewal. A term of three years is most …

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How to Structure Your Nonprofit Board BoardSource

WEBCommon Nonprofit Board Committees. While BoardSource recommends a “lean” board structure, the right composition for a board depends on a variety of factors, …

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Are You Responding or Reacting

WEBIn the last few weeks, all of us have had to make quick decisions and take action. Many of these can be framed as reacting vs. responding to a situation. Going …

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The For-Profit and Nonprofit Sectors are Converging: What Are …

WEBHere’s why: The three sectors in our economy — for-profit or business sector, nonprofit or social sector, and government — are becoming far less distinct, and, …

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Organizational Information: What’s Public

WEBWhat’s Private? Every nonprofit is encouraged to function transparently. The more information you share, the easier it is for the public to get to know you and …

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Nonprofit Organization Laws and Regulations – FAQs

WEBBoards. All nonprofits are governed by a board of directors, a group of volunteers that is legally responsible for making sure the organization remains true to its …

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Nonprofit Board Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity BoardSource

WEBNonprofit boards are the decision-making body at the highest level of organizational leadership, and play a critical role in prioritizing, supporting, and investing …

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What Makes a Good Board Member

WEBWhile all effective board members understand and meet their basic responsibilities, truly exceptional board members do more. In addition to highlighting important behaviors to …

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Joining a Nonprofit Board

WEBWhy people join nonprofit boards. People have countless reasons for wanting to become nonprofit board members. Some are focused on giving back; others …

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Fiduciary Responsibilities

WEBFiduciary duty requires board members to stay objective, responsible, honest, trustworthy, and efficient. They are expected to exercise reasonable care in all …

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M. Scott Alarcon

WEBEmail: [email protected]. Location: Georgetown, Texas. Areas of Expertise: Board culture and dynamics, Board roles and responsibilities, CEO/Board chair coaching, CEO-Board …

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Locate an Open Board Position

WEBThere are many local, national, and international board matching programs where you can search for organizations that are actively searching for board members. Click here to …

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Key Questions to Ask Before Joining a Nonprofit Board

WEBKey Questions to Ask Before Joining a Nonprofit Board. Joining a nonprofit board allows you to make a difference in your community while supporting a cause you …

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Board Recruitment

WEBEnvision your ideal board. Find candidates. Help board candidates find you. Board posting and matching programs. Evaluate candidates. Nominate and elect new board members. …

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