Building Dynamic Boards

Building Dynamic Boards will cover critical non-profit topics as they relate to Board Governance, Board Building, Board's Role in Organizational Planning, and Fundraising with your Board. Part 1: Four Cornerstones of Nonprofit Board Governance Wouldn’t it be great if each of your board members knew what they need to do and why? Board member job descriptions may vary from organization to organization, but core legal and ethical responsibilities do not. Join Funding for Good as we explain what EVERY nonprofit board member needs to understand before they say “YES” to serving on a board. During this session, our experts will tackle frequently asked questions such as: a. What is fair for us to expect from our board? b. What does the government expect from our board? c. What happens if we fail to hold board members accountable? This session is for you if you are a: 1. New board member and seek to understand the core legal and ethical roles, responsibilities, and opportunities that accompany your position on your nonprofit’s governing body. 2. Seasoned board member who can use streamlined content to educate and engage your board. 3. Executive staff members need an introduction or review of what you should expect from your nonprofit board members at the individual and collective levels. 4. Volunteers who interact with a nonprofit board or are considering accepting an invitation to engage in a formal leadership role. 5. Potential or current nonprofit founders who are actively working to build a strong and successful organization. What we will cover: • What it means to be a fiduciary • The three fiduciary roles of board members • Core functions of (almost) every nonprofit board • Job descriptions for the board (template included) • Quick tips to keep the board active and accountable Part 2: Building an A-List Board When you look at your board of directors, what do you see- warm bodies in seats or a group of exhausted and overworked individuals? This training is perfect for any organization that seeks to build a team of passionate, committed, and action-oriented board leaders. Funding for Good’s experts will show you how to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your board, establish expectations, and implement accountability systems that produce RESULTS. Take-Aways • Understand board roles & responsibilities • Evaluate the effectiveness of your current board and identify the gaps • Identify prospective new board members • Outline expectations for board engagement • Implement strategies to increase board participation • Learn how the board and staff can partner to increase the organization’s impact • Hold board members accountable to their job description, the mission, and their commitments to the organization Part 3: The Board’s Role in Organizational Planning Do individuals on your board of directors understand where their job ends and where staff jobs begin? This seminar will guide participants through conversations and exercises that clarify the roles and responsibilities of board members vs. those of staff. Because boards exist to govern an organization, this workshop will highlight key strategies for crafting/revising your organization's mission and vision statement and outline the policies and procedures all boards should consider to reduce liability and increase productivity. Takeaways: At the end of this session, you will be able to: • Understand the roles & responsibilities of your board of directors • Develop strategies to strengthen the relationship between the board and staff • Facilitate a conversation to craft and/or update your organization's mission & vision statement • Determine which policies/procedures are must-haves for your organization Part 4: Effective Fundraising with Your Board Does fundraising with your board feel like a never-ending “three-legged race?” Are you ready to get your board off the sidelines and moving in the same direction? This workshop is ideal for nonprofit leaders who are ready to get back to the basics of fundraising. Join Funding for Good’s experts as we untangle the challenges that limit board engagement and equip your team with the tools to grow your capacity. Takeaways: • Clarify the board’s role in resource development • Review current fundraising trends within the sector • Explore what every board member needs to know to fundraise successfully • Learn how to identify prospects with your board • Engage the board at all levels in the fundraising process (moves management) • Access tips, tools, and timesaving templates to get your board started today

Speaker(s): Mandy Pearce, Funding for Good Inc.

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Fee: No Cost