15 strategic questions for volunteer boards to ask
Huge changes are all around us – technology, the economy, climate change, the future of work and more. To truly be effective, volunteer boards must keep pace with how…
D&O insurance for nonprofit boards: What it does and why it’s necessary
It’s widely understood that every organization — whether corporate or non-profit — needs liability coverage. But many mission-driven organizations overlook a type of liability insurance geared toward protecting not…
Understanding open meeting laws: a quick guide for nonprofits
Understanding the rules and requirements of board service is paramount for nonprofit board members, especially when public funding or programs are involved. Being well-versed in your state’s open meeting…
Why you should always use your board software for secure board communication
Ineffective communication efforts can result in stalled or ineffective decision making, wasted time and effort, not to mention potential cyber security threats. Without efficient and consistent communications channels, board…
Mission-driven leaders tell us their tips for board engagement
Engagement of members of nonprofit and mission-driven boards is naturally a high priority. When all board members are contributing their unique skills and talents to governance, their organization or…
5 steps to creating an ethical organizational culture
In the nonprofit sector, where missions are driven by values and community service, establishing an ethical organizational culture is not just beneficial — it's essential. As a board chair,…
Secure and efficient governance for mission-driven organizations
In the world of mission-driven organizations (MDOs), defining and measuring success goes beyond financial metrics. With diverse stakeholder groups and growing expectations around environmental, social and governance (ESG), diversity,…
Mastering communication with your volunteer board members
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…
What percentage of a nonprofit budget should be for fundraising?
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,…
Boardroom technology: Board management software buyer’s guide
As a nonprofit, NGO or charity leader, you understand the challenges of running a mission-driven organization in today's complex world. From funding shortfalls to rising competition for donors, you face…
