Nonprofit Board Success

How to Build a Board of Directors So Good That Even the Top CEOs Would Be Jealous

von James Ruell

188 Seiten, Hardcover

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Your personal guide to building a nonprofit board of directors so good that even Fortune 500 companies will look on in envy, based on proven strategies and real-world examplesWhat's holding your nonprofit back? Is it a lack of funding? A lack of expertise? Internal conflict? Or simply not knowing where to start?These problems are common to nonprofits, and there's one simple solution to almost all of them: a strong board of directors.A good board of directors will support your nonprofit, resolve conflict, and give you a clear path forward. But setting up a solid board of directors isn't something that just happens-it requires strategic thinking, proactive outreach, careful negotiation, and plenty of business know-how. The most successful nonprofits have this. Do you?Written by James Ruell, who has served as Director and Vice-Treasurer of an award-winning charity, Nonprofit Board Success gives practical advice and proven techniques for building a top-notch board of directors-one that will make you the envy of CEOs everywhere.In this book, you'll learn:- What a board is and why you need it- What a board does and doesn't do + how to spot helpful and unhelpful practices- Where to look for board members and how to recruit them- The role of board members in fundraising and governance- How the most successful nonprofits utilize their boards - How to deal with conflict and toxic situations among your board members- How to turn your board of directors from a simple governance group to a strategic tool that supports your visionAnd much more.In addition to setting up and managing a board of directors, you'll become familiar with crucial nonprofit concepts, such as:- Rules of order, bylaws, and governance- Fundraising pitfalls and best practices- Audits and financial accountabilityThis book will help first-time board members better understand their roles and responsibilities. It's a great introduction to the world of nonprofit governance, backed by real-world examples from nonprofits like Boy Scouts of America, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and the Smithsonian Institute.Whether you're a nonprofit leader or a new board member, this book will help you gain a solid picture of how a board of directors fits in with nonprofit leadership, and how to set your board-and your organization-up for success. Ready to build the best board of directors the nonprofit sector has ever seen? Want to unlock your organization's full potential with a strong governing team? Scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button to get started.

• ISBN: 9781915710406
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.09.2023
• Größe: 216 x 140 mm
• Verlag: James Ruell Nonprofits