The board sets the tone and direction of the organization.  Effective board leadership and governance helps ensure that an organization can operate to its fullest capacity. Creating an effective board is a continual process that includes recruitment, engagement and development.

• Board Development Trainings 
• Documents
• Websites

Documents

• Creating a Teen Board/Ambassador Program - includes timeline, tools and procedures by CNPE
• The Principles Workbook: Steering Your Board Toward Good Governance and Ethical Practice - includes 33 principles, discussion points and worksheets for evaluation, planning and action by Independent Sector and BoardSource.
• How to Avoid Conflicts of Interest - state and federal rules, and sample policies by CNPE
• Conflict of Interest Policy and Statement - sample by Montana Nonprofit Association, as highlighted by National Council of Nonprofits
• Conflict of Interest Policy - sample by IRS
• Employee Protection Policy - sample whistleblower policy by Nonprofit RIsk Management Center
• Whistleblower Policy - sample by Authenticity Consulting
• Record Retention and Destruction Policy - template by Donors Forum
• Code of Conduct Statement for Board Members - information by Volunteer Power
• The Nonprofit Policy Sampler - a book with CD by Barbara Lawrence and Outi Flynn, BoardSource ($)

Websites

• Board Fiscal Responsibilities - webinar and links by CNPE
• Blue Avocado - provocative and fun food-for-thought for nonprofits
• Board Source - building exceptional boards and inspiring board service
• Board Life Matters - inspiring and engaging the next generation in nonprofit board service
• Nonprofitlaw.com - legal resources, sample contracts
• Conflict of Interest Policy - information by CompassPoint
• Charities Review Council - sample documents and policies

Board Development Trainings