Choosing the Right Boardroom Technology in 2021
The latest advancements in technology have given nonprofit boards many tools that increase their capability and functionality. With so many apps and programs available, it's easy to get bogged down…
7 Rules of Virtual Board Engagement
What does true virtual board engagement look like, and how do boards know when they achieve it? Board engagement is part art and part science, and it never ends. Rather,…
CEO Succession Planning Template for Nonprofits
In the business of nonprofit work, boards often overlook some of the most important areas of board work, even when they recognize major areas where they need to improve. According…
Nonprofit Board Video Conference Etiquette
The ongoing pandemic is making video conferencing a necessary component of nonprofit leadership for the foreseeable future. Videoconference technology can keep your board safe and connected, which is vitally important…
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…
