Cutting through the noise: The keys to efficient board collaboration
If you’re like most people, checking your email is part of your morning routine. With the average person getting over 121 business emails per day, there’s a lot of…
Board of Trustees vs. the Board of Directors: What Are the Differences?
The roles of the board of trustees vs. board of directors are similar, making it common for people to use the terms interchangeably. While both positions have a strong…
Board of Advisors: Functions, Benefits & Selecting Members
Nonprofit boards need a wide range of expertise to achieve their missions — a board of advisors provides the necessary guidance to realize success. Access to a full range…
Setting volunteer board expectations & increasing effectiveness
The most successful nonprofit boards recognize that strong board performance is a critical ingredient in their ability to achieve a positive impact within their communities. The members of your…
Trends in Quorums, Virtual Meetings, and Board Meeting Attendance
What happens when a board chair tries to counter low attendance at board meetings with shorter meetings? Even lower attendance, as a well-intended colleague once discovered. Lack of time is…
Senior Citizen’s Day 2022: Governance Challenges For Healthcare Boards
National Senior Citizen’s Day recognizes senior citizens’ contributions to our society. As health begins to decline in later years, good health and maintaining a sense of independence take on new…
Hail Alma Mater: Board Roles and Responsibilities at Universities
With the school year fast approaching, higher education boards are busy preparing for students return to campus. With that in mind, here is an overview of board roles and responsibilities…
7 Ways to Destroy Board Engagement
About the Author Dottie Schindlinger, Executive Director of the Diligent Institute - the corporate governance research arm and think tank of Diligent - was a founding team member of BoardEffect.…
The Keys to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Success
Peer-to-peer fundraising breaks the mold of traditional fundraising models for nonprofits. How well does peer-to-peer fundraising work? Statistics from Fundly show that with every 100 Facebook friends a fundraiser has, your peer-to-peer…
Unveiling the Vital Roles and Responsibilities of Healthcare Board Members
As a healthcare board member, your role is pivotal in guiding your nonprofit organization towards success and delivering high-quality care. With strategic oversight and fiduciary duties, you serve as…
