Resources
Check out educational articles to help you gain oversight and guide your organization to success.
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 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…
The Team at Boardable • October 14, 2025
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,…
The Team at Boardable • October 15, 2025
Solve Your Board’s Toughest Challenge When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM EDT (~45 minutes)Guest Expert: Dave Sternberg; Founding Partner, Loring, Sternberg & Associates Watch the Replay Now Watch the September Nonprofit Expert Office Hours and consider joining us the next time!…
