7 steps to increase board diversity for nonprofits
The demographics of nonprofit boards tend to follow the trends of corporate boards. In recent years, corporate boards are recruiting more women for their boards and they’re having good success.…
The benefits of board committees for nonprofits
Imagine a nonprofit facing the daunting task of expanding its reach amidst growing demand for its services. As the board convenes to discuss the path forward, the role of…
Nonprofit Policy Review Checklist
Nonprofit board directors provide valuable services for their communities. It’s exciting to join a nonprofit board of directors and be part of the action. New nonprofit board directors quickly learn…
The Importance of Budgeting for a Board Portal
Budgeting is something that gives leaders peace of mind. A little upfront planning alleviates a lot of problems as the year goes on. Having a budget supports an organization's business…
How to Build Trust and Social Cohesion When You Can’t Meet in Person
Establishing trust on a board is difficult enough on its own. It’s not unheard of for boards that have been working together for a long time to struggle with trust…
Virtual Meeting Toolkit
“A seat at the table” has quickly become a seat in your home office. Mitch Johnson, Board and Volunteer Relations Manager for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and a BoardEffect…
Virtual Meeting Toolkit – Thank You
Join BoardEffect’s Dottie Schindlinger and Human Rights Campaign's Mitch Johnson as we discuss how to navigate the waters of successfully conducting online meetings for your organization’s board – while maintaining…
Nonprofit Virtual Board Meeting Pro Tips From a BoardEffect Client
On April 2, 2020, Mitch Johnson co-presented a webinar on “Best Practices for Virtual Board Meetings During COVID-19,” along with Dottie Schindlinger, Executive Director of the Diligent Institute, and a founding…
Giving Tuesday’s Emergency Response to the COVID-19 Crisis
Giving Tuesday has been celebrated on the fifth day after Thanksgiving since 2011. It started as a response to consumerism and commercialization around the holiday shopping blitz. Since then, it’s…
Tapping the Strength of Intergenerational Living During a Crisis: A Nonprofit Board President’s View
When you chose your home, many factors probably went into your decision. Is the neighborhood safe? Are the schools good? How far will my morning commute be? Is it close…
