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An Experimental Approach to Early-Stage Nonprofit Governance

Stanford Social Innovation Review

In this regard, the education-focused nonprofit Jump Corporation offers a useful case study of how early-stage nonprofits can develop effective governance practices and evolve them over time. This includes the value of experimentation. ” Jump established this policy in 2014, but it soon came up against challenges.

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Sneak Preview: Classes Announced for 2023

NonProfit Leadership Center

The Certificate in Volunteer Management prepares today’s volunteer managers to recruit, retain, and recognize volunteers more effectively. Led by Emily Benham, CFRE, FAHP , and Dr. Maureen Butler , you’ll explore case studies and learn best practices for: Identifying, recruiting, onboarding and even releasing board members.

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Governing Greatness: 10 Must-Read Books for Nonprofit Board Members

Nonprofit Megaphone

Fortunately, there are many great books available to help nonprofit board members develop the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their roles. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 10 must-read books for nonprofit board members. Behind every successful nonprofit is a well-run board of directors.

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Building The Nonprofit Board of Your Dreams: A Deep Dive Into Peter Drucker’s Insights

Bloomerang

Inspiration The Institute for Ethical Leadership (IEL) at Rutgers University in New Jersey, co-founded in 2003 by James Abruzzo and Alex Plinio, began with a focus on teaching and research in business ethics, mainly supporting the nonprofit sector. Here’s guidance for recruiting and selecting new board members.