Improving Board Education for Nonprofits
Passion is often the thing that motivates people to serve on a nonprofit board, but passion alone only takes them so far. It’s not uncommon for nonprofit board members to…
Sample Conflict of Interest Questionnaires for Nonprofit Boards
Conflicts of interest can and do occur within nonprofit organizations. Most often, they’re not intentional. That said, it’s everyone’s responsibility to be aware of the possibility of conflicts of interest…
Better Nonprofit Board Meetings in 2020
Do you find yourself wondering if your board meetings are as productive as they should be? Even the most dedicated boards can find themselves getting into a rut of holding…
Board Evaluations: The Complete Guide for Nonprofits
When you serve on a nonprofit board, you’re invested in the cause and naturally, you want to give your best performance to ensure your nonprofit thrives. Best practices for governance…
Are Virtual Board Meetings Better for Nonprofit Organizations?
The onset of COVID-19 abruptly forced nonprofits to start meeting virtually. For many nonprofit organizations, the transition was anything but smooth. Prior to the emergence of the virus, many nonprofits…
Modern Governance How to Guide
Diligent’s 2020 Modern Governance Summit created a virtual space for governance professionals from across the globe to come together and share insights and best practices. To help both those in…
7 steps to increase board diversity for nonprofits
The demographics of nonprofit boards tend to follow the trends of corporate boards. In recent years, corporate boards are recruiting more women for their boards and they’re having good success.…
The benefits of board committees for nonprofits
Imagine a nonprofit facing the daunting task of expanding its reach amidst growing demand for its services. As the board convenes to discuss the path forward, the role of…
Nonprofit Policy Review Checklist
Nonprofit board directors provide valuable services for their communities. It’s exciting to join a nonprofit board of directors and be part of the action. New nonprofit board directors quickly learn…
The Importance of Budgeting for a Board Portal
Budgeting is something that gives leaders peace of mind. A little upfront planning alleviates a lot of problems as the year goes on. Having a budget supports an organization's business…
