In our newest blog post, BoardSource President & CEO Monika Kalra Varma talks about our new theory of change. Our intentional shift towards community engagement ensures that our approaches will work towards a more just social sector. Partnering with our ecosystem, we will listen, learn, and co-create knowledge and expertise in board leadership and governance practices. Read the blog to learn more. https://hubs.ly/Q02y_DYH0
BoardSource
Non-profit Organization Management
Washington, DC 27,124 followers
Inspiring and supporting excellence in nonprofit governance and board and staff leadership.
About us
BoardSource envisions a future where the nonprofit community has the leadership to fulfill its purpose and create a just world where all can thrive. Our mission is to inspire and support nonprofit boards and executives to lead justly and with purpose. Established in 1988, BoardSource’s work is grounded in the fundamental belief that boards are critical to organizational success. With decades of hands-on experience working with and supporting nonprofit boards, BoardSource is the recognized leader in nonprofit governance and leadership, and a go-to resource for nonprofit board and executive leaders. BoardSource supports a broad and diverse cross-section of social sector organizations with • leadership initiatives addressing key opportunities and issues within the nonprofit sector • research and benchmarking of board composition, practices, and performance • membership and board support programs • performance assessment and board evaluation tools • a comprehensive library of topic papers, publications, and downloadable infographics, tools, templates and more • live and virtual education and training • a consultant network with governance consultants who work directly with nonprofit leaders to design specialized solutions to meet an organization’s needs
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- board development, nonprofit boards, governance, education, publications, and research
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750 9th St. NW
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Washington, DC 20001, US
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Nonprofit board meetings depend on interaction among people with different perspectives. Read tips to manage potential conflict in your board meetings and ensure productive discussions. Check out our tips for managing board meeting conflicts. https://hubs.ly/Q03bMR3Q0
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Building an effective board goes beyond skills—it's about diverse perspectives and expertise that align with your mission. From planning to candidate evaluation, our guide has everything you need to recruit purpose-driven leaders. https://hubs.ly/Q03dPt320
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Does your nonprofit board have term limits? Our resource explores why some boards adopt them, the benefits of member rotation, and how staggered terms ensure continuity. Plus, we offer tips for planning smooth transitions and ensuring your board’s bylaws support its future growth. https://hubs.ly/Q03dPl-C0
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Advocacy can help nonprofits advance their mission, increase funding, and solve community issues. It’s important, as a tax-exempt organization, to understand what types of advocacy and lobbying is and is not allowed. Our resource outlines just that: https://hubs.ly/Q03dpl1g0
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Are you looking to fill a seat on your board? We know that finding the right candidates can be challenging. That’s why we created our Sample Board Member Job Description to serve as a guide to the board member recruitment process. Check it out: https://hubs.ly/Q03dp1x70
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Board meetings are crucial for strategic, action-oriented, and results-driven discussions. Ensure its effectiveness with preparation, a clear agenda, strong facilitation, and wise time management. Leverage leaders' expertise. Make the time count. https://hubs.ly/Q03dpc4t0
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Attention all nonprofit professionals and aspiring board members! Enhance your nonprofit board governance skills with the newest BoardSource Certificate of Nonprofit Board Education program. 👥 Designed for those who want to make a meaningful difference on nonprofit boards 📚 Flexible, self-paced learning covering fundamental and advanced concepts 💭 Gain the tools to become a truly effective board member To learn more and register for the on-demand course: https://hubs.ly/Q03bMxd50
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BoardSource held a #CommunityConversations event with nonprofit board members from various parts of our sector! The afternoon was filled with inspiring exchanges, shared experiences, and valuable learning moments. From innovative ideas to hearing firsthand insights, every conversation was a reminder of the power of purpose-driven board members working in and for community.
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