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Lavon Simpson • October 10, 2025
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 • October 10, 2025
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 • September 23, 2025
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 • December 3, 2025
When you’re budgeting for nonprofit organizations, you’re planning for a full fiscal year, aligning your annual budget with the mission, and monitoring cash flow—while board members, staff, and committees bring different perspectives and priorities. When the process isn’t straightforward, building the year’s budget can turn into a stressful race instead…
Lavon Simpson • November 29, 2025
With limited time and resources, choosing the right software for your nonprofit can dramatically improve your efficiency, strengthen donor relationships, empower staff and board members, and expand your overall impact. The challenge in choosing software for nonprofits? There are hundreds of nonprofit software tools available. Knowing which ones support…
Lavon Simpson • November 26, 2025
The question, “How Many Board Members Does a Nonprofit Need?” is one of the most essential governance decisions your organization will make. Board size affects everything from compliance and tax-exempt status to the board’s effectiveness, fundraising capacity, and strategic oversight. Whether your nonprofit is just forming or reassessing its governance…
Lavon Simpson • November 26, 2025
Yet for many boards, a board of directors audit sparks last-minute document hunts, unclear audit committee responsibilities, and late-night emails to internal auditors and public accountants. Everyone knows audits matter for trust and compliance—but the process itself can feel chaotic. It doesn’t have to. With clear roles, a strong…
Lavon Simpson • November 5, 2025
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 • November 5, 2025
History The College of Idaho is a small, residential liberal-arts college nestled in Caldwell, Idaho. The institution’s modest size stands alongside a legacy that resonates across the academic landscape, more than a century of nurturing civic-minded graduates through a deeply personalized learning. That same spirit of stewardship guides its 30-member…
