Making Boards Better

A well-run board is essential for any nonprofit’s success, but many organizations struggle to fully engage their trustees. This Chronicle collection offers advice, templates, and case studies to help you fortify your board – or be a better trustee.  You’ll find tips for strategic recruitment, communicating expectations,  actively involving trustees, and recognizing trustee burnout. This guide includes:

• A checklist to ensure your board is active and committed to your cause
• A sample form for outlining a trustee’s responsibilities
• Questions to ask before joining a board
• Tips for fixing common board meeting problems

32 Pages

Digital File Size: 2.4 MB