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The 10 roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit Board of Directors

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Every nonprofit has a Board of Directors. Some Executive Directors are a little unsure what their Board should be doing, but they’re pretty sure it’s more than what they’re doing now! Let’s look at the 10 basic roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit Board of Directors. And this is a problem. It’s surprising.

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Leadership’s Biggest Perk—Giving Others a Boost

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Encouraging a colleague to shoot for that sought-after certification, offering advice on an important project, or simply inspiring the confidence to see future potential, are the less visible activities that make leadership meaningful. How can we support women, people of color, and other minorities in achieving leadership roles?

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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

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Civic and government partners played pivotal roles in their ability to provide that support. Sponsorships are the model that we’re all most familiar with. Ongoing cross-functional activities that deliver lasting value. When Brent Gibson* was Managing Director of the National Commission on Correctional Health Care Resources Inc.

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Be the Voice of Relevance—Make Mission, Vision, and Values Fit the Moment

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One goal was to identify how the pandemic impacted their business models. Although 73% of participants agreed that accelerating trends would require fundamental changes in the roles of associations. Yet, the organization was able to grow that narrow cause into the larger role of supporting maternal and infant health.

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Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Ultimate Guide + 7 Examples

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Ideally, every three to five years, your board and staff directors will meet to realign regarding goals and begin the strategic planning process. This can help you start defining goals and considering which model strategic plan will best work for your organization. How often should you develop a standard nonprofit strategic plan?

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Grantmaking: What’s Participation Got to Do with It?

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In recent years, that model is being challenged. What matters most in this model are values–and one in particular: equity. Donors, Boards of directors or trustees, and staff at foundations are letting go of some of the power to make decisions about grantmaking strategy and grants. Those at the top decide. But what is it?

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Stay the Course Through Changing Weather—Strategic Advice From Association CEOs 

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Set clear expectations and roles from the beginning. Prioritize Value Stephanie Mercado, CAE, Executive Director, National Association for Healthcare Quality Make value the priority. What activities would make your association better prepared to respond to changes in your members’ needs and the business environment?

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