Board members are the lifeblood of an organization. Far too often the Executive Director is thought of as the one who directs the whole organization. In reality, it is up to the ED to carryout the policy and execute the mission. The board directs the policy, plan, and vision. The board is responsible for the […]
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Duty of Loyalty This is part 2 of a three part series on the duties of board members. Continuing on from Part 1: Duty of Care, lets now look at the Duty of Loyalty. Board members have a responsibility to put the interests of the organization and its objectives ahead of any personal or professional
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While it might seem strange, having a member of clergy on the board of your religious charity may not be the best idea, especially when it comes to advocacy and fundraising. Who wouldn’t want the leadership and direction of clergy when addressing the issues facing a religious organization? Clergy provide sound doctrinal advice, are passionate
Everyone knows that money is tight, especially when it comes to nonprofit organizations, but how can you still accomplish branding your unique nonprofit with out spending large dollars on marketing? Whether your an Executive Director, a Board Member, or a Staff Member of an organization you are actively involved with your nonprofits’ brand; constantly telling
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Its likely that you have heard of a SWOT analysis, but what is STOP? STOP is a survival technique used by various military, para-military, and survival enthusiasts. STOP stands for Situation, Threats, Observations, Plan. For organizations experiencing any sort of hardship or increased challenges, it may be time to STOP. A formal strategic plan is
