Governing in the Sunshine

Many nonprofit boards are subject to state open meeting laws, better known as “sunshine laws.” As we emerge from winter’s gray skies, we provide a resource illuminating the issues inherent in governing in the sunshine.

Board Member Exit Interviews

When a board member leaves — whether at the end of a term or prematurely — the board can gain valuable insight about its own affairs from the departing member. Here are some tips on how to conduct an effective exit interview.

BoardSource has been recognized as one of the best nonprofits at which to work, and we couldn’t be more proud. “The NonProfit Times’ Best Nonprofits To Work 2016” list showcases 50 small, medium, and large nonprofits located throughout the country that scored high in eight core focus areas, including leadership and planning and corporate culture. To learn what the top-ranked organizations have in common, take a look at the special report. And thank you — the BoardSource community plays a big part in making BoardSource such a great place to work. Your commitment to effective board leadership inspires us every day, and we love partnering with you.

Planning a late spring or summer board retreat? BoardSource has found that a retreat framed around the results of a board self-assessment is an effective and energizing way to engage the board in its own development. The BoardSource Self-Assessment & Action Planning Session (board retreat) pairs you with one of BoardSource’s expert consultants, who will facilitate a conversation in your boardroom about the results of your board self-assessment and next steps for board development. Your BoardSource facilitator will engage the board in an honest and productive conversation that focuses on

ways in which the board is excelling and how to build on those strengths
areas for growth or development, including sensitive issues that may have been surfaced as a part of the self-assessment
areas of board performance where there may be divergent views of how the board is performing
opportunities to clarify expectations and opportunities for enhanced performance
prioritizing next steps for board development

Webinar 101 — Members $0 | Nonmembers $35
Making Cents of Board Financial Oversight
April 19 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET

Every participant will leave with at least two action items to help them up their financial oversight game.

Webinar 201 — Members $0 | Nonmembers $75
Pushing Beyond the Budget to Sustainability
April 28 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET

Viewing finances through a programmatic lens can help organizational leadership determine where to focus its efforts and contribute to organizational sustainability.

Webinar Series — Members $499 | Join today
Certificate of Nonprofit Board Education
Thursdays, May 12 – June 16 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm ET

This six-part webinar series covers the fundamental nonprofit governance concepts every nonprofit leader should understand. Designed for those who are new to board service or to working with a board.

Live Training
Certificate of Nonprofit Board Consulting
June 20-22 | Redwood Shores, CA

Designed to heighten the skills and abilities of those who currently, or would like to, consult nonprofit boards of directors on governance issues.

Live Training
Development Directors: Maximize Your Partnership with Your Board and CEO
June 23 | Redwood Shores, CA

This professional development day will help you help the board improve its fundraising performance. We’ll provide tips, tools, and insights that will help you leverage your partnerships with your board members and CEO.

The Board’s Role in Building and Supporting a Digital Giving Strategy

Governing in the Sunshine

Board Member Exit Interviews