Technology is The Key to ESG Transparency for Nonprofits
Nonprofit leaders and board members are aware that donors and others, including regulators, are increasingly looking not only at their performance but also at how they reach their goals.…
Is Your Credit Union Board of Directors Cyber-Ready?
If your credit union board of directors is well-equipped to handle potential cyber incidents and protect valuable data, you can stop reading now. However, if you feel your board…
What is a governance model and why does it matter?
A governance model is a framework that outlines an organization’s general leadership accountabilities and describes how leaders and members interact with other parties. Nonprofits commonly use governance models as…
A how-to guide for nonprofit board committees
The right nonprofit board committee structure helps your board do the work there’s no time for during regular board meetings. An effective structure also ensures you have the right…
Why Is Board Accountability Important in the Nonprofit Healthcare Industry?
Your community depends on healthcare services to keep everyone healthy and well, which is why accountability is so important in the healthcare industry. Your CEO and other senior-level staff…
Unleashing Success: A Guide to Strategic Planning for Higher Education Boards
How robust is the strategic plan for your higher education institution? When was the last time you updated your plan? In today’s higher education arena, there is much talk…
Unlocking Efficiency by Harnessing Governance Technology for Your Community Bank Board
As a community bank board member facing a digital landscape that continues to rapidly evolve and impact the financial services industry, we are guessing you probably would like to…
How to Run Efficient and Productive Hybrid Meetings for Volunteer Boards
The pandemic has changed the way that nonprofit boards meet, pushing many to embrace hybrid meetings, which combine the best of both in-person and fully remote gatherings. This new…
Template for a board committee charter
A committee charter template provides a basic structure to create a new charter for a committee any time your board needs one. Every functional group has rules to guide…
What are the hallmarks of a successful nonprofit?
Each year, the Classy Awards recognize nonprofit organizations that use unique approaches to make a positive impact on our world. Among this year’s winners, joining the likes of Big…
