Nonprofits need strong leadership and that comes with a price. Yet, donors generally pass over nonprofits that seek funds to pay for executive compensation. That means funds have to come from somewhere else. Nonprofit boards need to find ways…
Nonprofit boards strive to improve the effectiveness of their boards. Often, they just don’t know how to go about it. Those who make decisions around the boardroom—and how they make those decisions—determines whether the organization ultimately achieves its goals…
Nurturing board engagement takes conscious, dedicated effort for every board president and administrator. An engaged board, with members that clearly understand their roles and what is expected of them, will guide a mission-driven organization to success. We asked experts…
For most nonprofits, grant-seeking is a significant area of work. And it’s no wonder. Mission-driven boards are charged with finding ways to meet or enhance annual budgets, and the billions of dollars allocated by the government and foundations provide…
As a volunteer board member, you are in a unique position to do good in the world, both for the organization you lead and the ultimate mission served by your organization. As stewards, board members can significantly affect the…
When it comes to a volunteer board, communication comprises more than simply board meetings. Onboarding and offboarding new members, sharing relevant information, sending out board materials and managing relationships are all huge efforts, and as a board administrator, this…
It’s time to make your travel plans for Elevate 2024 in Houston, Texas, September 8-11. Elevate (formerly Modern Governance Summit) offers a unique combination of industry trends, predictions and insights from key thought leaders, product experts and industry practitioners.…
An engaged nonprofit board is like the wind in the sails of your nonprofit. It fosters innovation, helps navigate challenges and drives fundraising efforts. But how to achieve this level of engagement? Enter technology and board development — the…
Elevate 2024 is the year’s premier GRC event. This year, we’re offering 60+ sessions that will give you the knowledge, tools and relationships you need to improve outcomes in your organization — and move your own career forward. We’ve crafted…
The costs for an annual gala or another major fundraising event can add up quickly. What percentage is too much to get a fundraiser off the ground? More importantly, does your board’s expectations for spending on fundraising match with…
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