Articles
Plain-language guidance on governance, compliance, and building a board that actually governs.
When the Founder Retires: Governing the Handoff Without Losing the Mission
A beloved founder's retirement is one of the riskiest moments in a nonprofit's life. Here is how boards plan the transition, protect the relationships, and set up the next leader to succeed.
The Interim Executive Director: Governing Through the In-Between
When your executive director departs and a permanent hire is months away, the interim period can make or break your nonprofit. Here is how boards can lead well through the gap.
The Board's Role in the People Side: HR and Volunteers
Your board doesn't run HR, but the policies it approves and the questions it asks decide whether your people are protected or your organization is exposed.
The Board Chair's First 90 Days: A Practical Onboarding Plan
Stepping into the board chair role is more than a title change. Here is a concrete 90-day plan to help new chairs lead confidently without reinventing the wheel.