How BoardEffect’s new GovernAI features help you reclaim your day

Every nonprofit leader faces the same story: Expectations are rising, but resources aren’t. Too many meetings, too little time and an ever-growing stack of board materials to prepare. That’s why BoardEffect is excited to introduce GovernAI, a suite of AI-powered tools purpose-built to transform how you and your organization operate.

GovernAI is not just another tech upgrade — it’s a strategic leap forward in board management.

What is GovernAI?

GovernAI is BoardEffect’s new suite of AI-assisted governance capabilities designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. Seamlessly integrated into your existing workflows, GovernAI helps board administrators and executives save time, reduce manual effort and improve the quality of board engagement and decision-making.

Whether you're preparing for a meeting, capturing minutes or searching for key documents, GovernAI is unlike publicly trained/generic AI -- it's purpose-built to support your mission.

Meet the 4 time-saving GovernAI features

1. AI Smart Book Summary

Transform lengthy board books into concise, actionable summaries with a single click. Board members and executives can quickly grasp key topics and strategic takeaways — no more sifting through hundreds of pages.

2. AI Smart Minutes

Automatically generate professional-grade meeting minutes from typed notes and transcripts. Track decisions and action items instantly, ensuring your records are accurate, compliant and audit-ready.

3. AI Smart Prep

Surface key topics, decisions and questions from your meeting materials to streamline preparation. Board members arrive informed and ready to contribute meaningfully.

4. AI Smart Search

Ask questions naturally and get instant access to relevant documents, events and highlights. No filters, no digging — just fast, secure answers when you need them.

Why it matters for nonprofits

Board administrators often spend 8–12 hours per meeting cycle manually preparing materials and documenting outcomes. GovernAI eliminates this burden, allowing you to focus on strategic initiatives that advance your organization’s mission.

For executive directors, GovernAI provides the clarity and confidence needed to lead effectively. With faster access to insights and more accurate documentation, you can make informed decisions and drive governance excellence without the administrative workload.

Purpose-built AI that drives mission impact

Unlike generic AI tools, GovernAI is designed specifically for the complexity of nonprofit and charity governance. It understands the nuanced language, compliance standards and fiduciary responsibilities that define your work.

GovernAI doesn’t just automate tasks, it transforms them. By turning dense materials into strategic clarity and freeing up hours of manual effort, it empowers your team to focus on what truly matters: delivering impact.

And with Diligent’s commitment to security, privacy and responsible AI use, you can trust that your data is protected and your governance practices remain compliant.

Ready to reclaim your time and refocus on your mission?

GovernAI is now available on BoardEffect. Discover how AI-powered governance can help your organization lead with purpose, improve board engagement and drive strategic outcomes. Talk to our team for a demo of GovernAI tailored to your board's needs.