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From Invitation to Impact – What to Consider Before Joining a Nonprofit Board of Directors

April 19, 2024
Congratulations! You’ve just received an invitation to join the board of directors at a well-respected nonprofit. How exciting is that? Nonprofit organizations provide vital services to those in need, the

How do you best “sell” accreditation to board of directors and staff?

May 10, 2022
It is important to gain the necessary buy-in from staff and board members before undertaking the strategic process of seeking national accreditation for your organization.

What are some quick tips for maintaining an engaged board of directors?

March 7, 2022
 In this video, Jennifer, provides some specific tips on how to keep your board members engaged with your organization throughout their tenure.

Engaging and Evaluating for Board Effectiveness

September 23, 2021
Nonprofit leaders and board members often ask about ways to maximize and maintain board member engagement. Furthermore, they ask about how to evaluate the board’s ongoing effectiveness. While there are

Educating Your Board of Directors

September 16, 2021
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela. Education forms the foundation from which most everything else is created, making it

Exploring Ways to Find Your Next Board Member

September 7, 2021
An effective board of directors begins with having the appropriate people in place. Without this thoughtfully constructed team of individuals, it becomes difficult to achieve a group that is able

Building Diversity to Improve the Effectiveness of Your Nonprofit Board of Directors

July 8, 2021
Your board of directors is an important asset. These individuals are a key factor in guiding the direction and growth of an organization by making key decisions that define its

Is it important to educate your board of directors? YES!

November 12, 2019
Education forms the foundation from which most everything else is created, making it one of the wisest investments a nonprofit can expend its precious resources on. Nowhere is this truer

How to Have a Winning Board Retreat

July 3, 2019
A well-functioning, cohesive and engaged board of directors is a crucial factor for your organization’s ability to fulfill its mission. As a nonprofit organization continues to grow in both size

Succession Planning – It’s Not All About You

October 12, 2018
At some point, every organization will face the challenges of a change in leadership. Though many of these transitions are anticipated – like when a CEO or board chair retires

2017 Blog Recap

January 4, 2018
Did you miss any of our Accreditation Guru blog posts during the past year? We published nearly 25 informative articles on topics ranging from accreditation preparation to nonprofit management to

Annual Plan is Strategic Plan’s Greatest Tool for Success

February 4, 2016
Most nonprofit organizations have (or should have!) a long-term strategic plan, one that they have spent a great deal of time and resources to develop. By engaging various staff, board
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