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Lavon Simpson • November 5, 2025

10 Fundraising Responsibilities of Every Board Member

The following article comes to us from our friends at Gail Perry Group. Above all, board members carry the legal responsibility for the fiduciary care of their nonprofit. In that vein, it’s their responsibility to ensure that the organization has the funding it needs…

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The Team at Boardable • November 5, 2025

How to Apply to be a Board Member: A Step-by-Step Guide

When you apply to be a board member, you’re making both a strategic and meaningful career move that can expand your professional influence and impact. However, the process is often less familiar than traditional job applications, leaving many aspiring board members wondering: Where do I start? This comprehensive guide…

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The Team at Boardable • August 20, 2025

Board Retreat Activities & Ideas to Create a Highly Productive Full-Day Experience

A carefully curated set of board retreat activities can transform nonprofit board retreats into powerful engines for strategic planning, deeper personal connection, and real results. Whether you’re designing a full day of team building or merging board and staff perspectives, this list of 10 ideas ensures your retreat is engaging,…

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Lavon Simpson • August 18, 2025

AI Tools for Nonprofits: How to Work Smarter and Create Bigger Impact

With limited budgets and high expectations, long-term goals can get lost in daily demands. This leads to burnout, fewer opportunities to connect with donors, and slowed progress toward mission goals. Boards are also asking for faster, clearer reporting and actionable insights. In the past, AI assistants, predictive models, and…

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Lavon Simpson • August 15, 2025

5 Questions You Should Be Asking in Your Mid-Year Board Self-Assessments

As a CEO, executive director, board administrator, you know how important it is to keep your board engaged, aligned, and focused. A formal board self-assessment can seem like something reserved for year-end or major strategic pivots, but a short mid-year check-in can be just as…

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Lavon Simpson • July 25, 2025

Types of Nonprofit Boards: How Structure Shapes Impact and Compliance

This guide explores the most common board structures and how they align with different types of nonprofits and IRS tax-exempt statuses. What Is a Nonprofit Board and Why Does It Matter? A nonprofit board of directors is a group of people who help lead and guide a nonprofit. They…

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