Imagine showing up a board meeting where there is no agenda. What are the topics of consideration? What will the members be voting on? How many items will be discussed? Will the meeting go on late into the evening?…
Overseeing a nonprofit's finances isn't easy. You focus on every penny, making sure costs stay within budget. But what about those costs that don't fit neatly into a budget line? That's where many nonprofits trip up. Planning for non-budget…
Picture this: a nonprofit organization standing at the crossroads of potential and purpose, where every decision carries the weight of transforming lives and communities. At the heart of this endeavor is the board, a group of dedicated individuals tasked…
Diversity strengthens nonprofit boards. When board members of different backgrounds, skills and talents come together at the board table, they spur more creative and innovative decision-making. They bring different viewpoints and information that benefit their organization and the people…
A nonprofit organization was looking to expand its office space. The board met with their lawyer to discuss purchasing a larger parcel of land near the current office. The site had been on the market for a long time,…
University and college governing boards provide guidance and direction for the faculty, the administration and the institution itself. They are responsible for making sure that the institution’s offerings are relevant and of the highest quality. In environments with highly…
Every board administrator knows: by the time your organization’s board meets, prep work has been long underway. Board members gather with everything they need in hand, including prepared notes on board materials, and ready to roll through the agenda.…
Steering through the intricate landscape of higher education governance is no small feat. It requires more than just experience; it calls for a deep understanding of shared governance. This vital framework brings together faculty, staff, administrators, boards and sometimes…
Nonprofit mission statements make powerful impacts. Organizations use these carefully crafted and concise statements to define the organization’s purpose. They communicate to the public – community members, vendors, donors, volunteers and others – why the organization exists and who…
As a new volunteer board member, you may not yet be familiar with board meeting etiquette and rules. Not all meetings are created equal — some demand extra attention. Enter the 'waiver of notice,' a crucial tool for board…
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