Robert’s Rules of Order is a lengthy manual of parliamentary procedure that governs most boards of directors, which was first created in 1876 by Henry Martyn Robert as an adaptation of the rules and practices of Congress. With the…
Nonprofits are currently experiencing a tough time, particularly with the economic downturn, which may have impacted donations and support, along with rising operational costs. The trends of declining fundraising and rising operating costs are expected to continue, according to…
As a volunteer board director, you’re highly dedicated and invested in your cause. In a perfect world, all the money you raise would go toward your programs and activities. The reality is that some percentage of your money has…
Board resolution templates are valuable when nonprofit boards need to create a formal, legal record of certain important decisions. As a rule, boards generally don’t have to submit their formal decisions to any government agency, regulatory body, or other authority,…
‘Ex officio’ refers to a person who holds a particular position or office and is therefore entitled to certain duties or privileges without additional authorization. There is generally some degree of confusion surrounding the ex officio meaning and role…
As the digital landscape continues to rapidly evolve and impact the healthcare industry, most organizations and their boards of directors would like to position themselves as tech-enabled decision-makers. Governance technology is an essential step toward digital transformation of your board…
With over 1.5 million nonprofits to choose from, donors have an abundance of organizations they can choose to support. Considering that, it stands to reason that donors have a greater call for transparency and accountability in the nonprofits they…
Business ethics refers to the principles and values that guide the behavior of individuals and organizations in the business world, including nonprofits. It dictates that organizations consider the impact of their decisions on various stakeholders, such as customers, employees,…
Cyberattacks are here to stay and ransomware demands to organizations are unfortunately skyrocketing. Nonprofit boards need to know the essentials of how to protect data and their board members against cyberattacks. Nonprofits rely heavily on mobile and digital technologies to…
Building an effective board of directors is a critical part of governance that has a profound impact on the organization. To have board effectiveness, a nonprofit’s purpose, process, structure, and people must all be in alignment. Yet how can you…
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