Board Governance Resources
Board governance is the process and framework of providing strategic leadership to an organization. Board governance encompasses all the regulations, policies, and practices by which an organization manages itself. Boardable provides comprehensive resources to empower boards to drive effective, modern board governance. Our wide range of topics addresses setting broader goals, best practices in recruiting, identifying roles and responsibilities, and more.
Lavon Simpson • June 6, 2024
At Boardable, we’re all about empowering you with the tools and insights to participate on a board and make a true difference. So, let’s explore ten tips to help you become the board member your organization needs. 1. Embrace Your Role with Passion Your passion is the heartbeat of…
Lavon Simpson • November 15, 2021
Looking for fundraisers that have eliminated the up-front financial risk? These guaranteed risk-free fundraising ideas will be great additions to your strategy.
Lavon Simpson • October 29, 2024
Below, we outline three best practices that drive nonprofit board success and show how board management software, such as Boardable, can make a significant difference in building a more efficient and impactful board. 1. Prioritize Effective Communication A key factor in board success is cultivating the…
Lavon Simpson • July 25, 2025
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…
Lavon Simpson • July 9, 2025
Free Nonprofit Governance eBook Executive directors and board chairs feel the friction daily—documents scattered across inboxes, last-minute packet scrambles, and members who aren’t sure what changed. Those frayed threads weaken governance, hamper fundraising, and slow mission progress. This guide shows you how to stop the bleeding. Why Every…
Lavon Simpson • July 7, 2025
Why Best Practices Still Matter Nonprofit board best practices have never been more critical. Economic volatility, donor skepticism, and fast-evolving regulations mean that one governance misstep can erode years of community trust. According to Nonprofit Hub, engaged board organizations were 17% more likely to grow…
Lavon Simpson • July 2, 2025
Board-ready nonprofit financial reports aren’t just about accuracy—they’re about clarity and transparency. When reports clearly show how funds flow in and out of your organization, board members are empowered to make better decisions, deepen donor trust, and drive your mission forward. Here are three tools and strategies to help…
Lavon Simpson • June 23, 2025
Well-crafted board packs for board meetings (also called a board packet) are essential for effective nonprofit governance. Far from just a pile of documents, it’s a strategic tool that helps board members prepare, participate, and make mission-aligned decisions. Whether you’re planning your next regular board meeting, a special session, or…
Lavon Simpson • June 18, 2025
Healthcare board meetings come with unique pressures—clinical updates, policy reviews, compliance deadlines, and decisions that affect real lives. For many administrators, just gathering materials in time is a challenge, especially when team members wear multiple hats and board members are spread across roles. If you’re an executive assistant, operations leader,…