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The Conflict of Interest Policy That Actually Protects Your Board

A signed conflict of interest form in a drawer won't help you. Here's how to build a policy your board uses, plus what to do when a real conflict surfaces at the table.

NonprofitBOD Team · Jul 20, 2026 · 6 min read

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Governance

The Executive Session: When, Why, and How to Meet Without Staff

Executive sessions are a normal, healthy part of board governance, but they are easy to misuse. Here is how to run them well, protect trust, and stay compliant.

NonprofitBOD Team · Jul 19, 2026 · 6 min read

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Governance

Governance vs. Management: Where the Board's Job Ends

Boards get into trouble two ways: by meddling in work that isn't theirs, or by rubber-stamping work they were supposed to oversee. Here's the line.

NonprofitBOD Team · Jun 6, 2026 · 5 min read

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Governance

What a Nonprofit Board Actually Owes the Organization

You signed on to help a cause you love. What you also signed on for is a legal standard of care that most new directors never hear spelled out.

NonprofitBOD Team · Jun 1, 2026 · 5 min read

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