Category: nonprofits

Write It Right: Mission, Vision, and Values Statements

What is 141 words long (1,031 characters with spaces), was approved by the board after months of painful wrangling, and has not been read in its entirety since then? A worst-case nonprofit mission statement. (Although the word count is from an actual client!) While the excessive number of words is clearly one problem, another is […]

The Power of Effective Onboarding

Now that your organization has identified a board member match through Board Building, a critical next step is supporting new board members through onboarding and orientation. This is where engagement and connection truly begin. Thoughtful onboarding sets the tone for a healthy, productive board culture — and it’s one of the most overlooked opportunities in nonprofit […]

Doing Board Mentorship Right

The first year of board service is a critical time for new board members. They are learning about the organization and its mission and impact at the same time they are learning about the board and its culture and people.  If board processes are opaque or board dynamics limit the participation of new members, those […]

Pre-Read for Creating a Board Posting

Below are the questions and response options that will appear in Board Building when you build your board posting. Use this guide to collaborate with others and to make decisions on your board’s needs prior to entering the information online.  Remember, this posting is how you will highlight the skills, experiences, and demographics of an […]