Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) values are inextricably bound to the missions of most nonprofit organizations. In serving their constituents and communities and fulfilling their missions, nonprofits help improve the lives of people from different backgrounds, including those who…
As generative AI becomes more widely accepted, many leaders in the nonprofit and charity sector are no longer asking whether they should use it, but rather where else they can use it. After all, as a transformative technology that…
Does your board stand up and notice when a new concept catches on like wildfire? That’s exactly what happened with environmental, social and governance (ESG), a movement that’s been swift and thriving across all organizations. ESG principles emerged over the…
Diligent and BoardEffect have written extensively about artificial intelligence (AI) over the years, from how nonprofit organizations can benefit to expert tips for AI implementation to guidance on AI governance. Nonie Dalton, VP of product management for BoardEffect and…
One of the main duties of board administrators is to ensure that their board can do their work effectively and efficiently. Board management software is a powerful solution that can revolutionize how boards make decisions and lead their nonprofit…
You have been named chairperson of your volunteer board of directors. Your responsibilities to the organization and fellow board members are important and vast. From carrying out your mission’s strategy, to leading board meetings, building consensus and practicing effective…
With a new year underway, nonprofit directors are scanning the horizon for the challenges and opportunities their organizations will face. Fall elections, continuing shifts in hybrid work and hiring, tumultuous financial markets — these factors and more will impact…
Property damage. Financial damage. Reputational damage. These are just some of the crises nonprofits can face. In reality, they take even more shapes. Few board members sign on to deal with a major crisis for their organizations, but in…
The board of a mission-driven organization is responsible for its success today and for ensuring that it can continue to serve its constituents well into the future. Building and planning for your nonprofit’s growth and sustainability requires you and…
Diversity and inclusion are important issues for all organizations to consider, but it's fair to say they’re especially important for mission-driven and nonprofit organizations because of how closely these organizations are connected with their communities. If your board is…
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