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Board members are the fiduciaries who guide an organization toward the advancement of its mission by providing ethical, legal, and financial governance. Fulfilling such duties encompasses many individual roles and responsibilities. The following Boardable resources provide insight into both for-profit and nonprofit board members’ roles and responsibilities.
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Lavon Simpson • January 23, 2026
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 • January 23, 2026
Looking for fundraisers that have eliminated the up-front financial risk? These guaranteed risk-free fundraising ideas will be great additions to your strategy.
Jon Schwander • January 23, 2026
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 • January 23, 2026
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…
Lavon Simpson • January 23, 2026
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…
Lavon Simpson • January 23, 2026
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…
Lauren Emmons • January 23, 2026
Okay, maybe that’s a slight exaggeration. But ask any seasoned school board member, and they’ll probably nod knowingly. These behind-the-scenes heroes do far more than sit at long tables once a month — they make decisions that ripple across entire communities, shaping education policies, budgets, and ultimately, student futures.
Lavon Simpson • January 29, 2026
What It Means to Be a Member at Large A “member at large” is a full voting director who doesn’t hold a named officer role (like president, secretary, or treasurer). The position is intentionally flexible. Members at large often step in where the board needs extra capacity, perspective, or specialized…
Sophia Zerkle • January 23, 2026
The High Stakes of Leadership Transitions Leadership change, especially at the board level, can ripple through every facet of a nonprofit. A nonprofit board leadership transition doesn’t just mean swapping names on letterhead — it can influence fundraising relationships, strategic initiatives, and the board’s collective morale. When transitions are…
