In our newest blog post, BoardSource President & CEO Monika Kalra Varma talks about our new theory of change. Our intentional shift towards community engagement ensures that our approaches will work towards a more just social sector. Partnering with our ecosystem, we will listen, learn, and co-create knowledge and expertise in board leadership and governance practices. Read the blog to learn more. https://hubs.ly/Q02y_DYH0
BoardSource
Non-profit Organization Management
Washington, DC 26,593 followers
Inspiring and supporting excellence in nonprofit governance and board and staff leadership.
About us
BoardSource envisions a future where the nonprofit community has the leadership to fulfill its purpose and create a just world where all can thrive. Our mission is to inspire and support nonprofit boards and executives to lead justly and with purpose. Established in 1988, BoardSource’s work is grounded in the fundamental belief that boards are critical to organizational success. With decades of hands-on experience working with and supporting nonprofit boards, BoardSource is the recognized leader in nonprofit governance and leadership, and a go-to resource for nonprofit board and executive leaders. BoardSource supports a broad and diverse cross-section of social sector organizations with • leadership initiatives addressing key opportunities and issues within the nonprofit sector • research and benchmarking of board composition, practices, and performance • membership and board support programs • performance assessment and board evaluation tools • a comprehensive library of topic papers, publications, and downloadable infographics, tools, templates and more • live and virtual education and training • a consultant network with governance consultants who work directly with nonprofit leaders to design specialized solutions to meet an organization’s needs
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https://boardsource.org/
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- board development, nonprofit boards, governance, education, publications, and research
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Washington, DC 20001, US
Employees at BoardSource
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Bruce Weber
Strategist, Author, and Nonprofit Advisor
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Shelly Gardeniers
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Dennis (DJ) Johnson MBA PCC ORSC CTT CDWF (he/him/his)
Social Impact Advisory | Culture & Leadership Development
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Wendy Biro-Pollard, CVA
Certified Volunteer Administrator / BoardSouce Certified Governance Consultant
Updates
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Are you looking to fill a seat on your board? We know that finding the right candidates can be challenging. That’s why we created our Sample Board Member Job Description to serve as a guide to the board member recruitment process. Check it out: https://hubs.ly/Q0307Qzx0
Sample Board Member Job Description - BoardSource
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Instituting a strong code of ethics can facilitate board member accountability and integrity. Whether you're updating an existing code or creating one from scratch, our resource offers guidance and three example codes to get started. https://hubs.ly/Q0307G0Q0
Codes of Conduct and Ethics - BoardSource
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Nonprofit board meetings depend on interaction among people with different perspectives. Read tips to manage potential conflict in your board meetings and ensure productive discussions. Check out our tips for managing board meeting conflicts. https://hubs.ly/Q0307QwR0
Handling Nonprofit Board Conflict - BoardSource
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From tax forms to periodic assessments, there are a number of tasks that boards should take on a scheduled basis. Our resource helps you take a holistic approach to planning and timing of necessary board activities so you maximize board performance. https://hubs.ly/Q02__90T0
Annual Board Actions - BoardSource
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How can nonprofit boards center equity and community voice? Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund - SV2 CEO David Onek joined our CEO Monika Kalra Varma in a virtual fireside chat to discuss SV2's journey to implement a purpose-driven approach within their organization. From diversifying boards to participatory grantmaking, Monika and David discussed how equity-focused leadership brings in community voices, deepens impact, and aligns organizations with their purpose. "Wherever you are, just try to start the journey," David encouraged. Ready to start your PDBL journey? Read the BoardSource blog for a recap of this insightful conversation: https://lnkd.in/gDPC3QCi
Embracing Purpose: A Journey Forward with an Equity Mindset
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The foundation of a knowledgeable and effective board is orientation and education. As such, organizations should have an easy-to-use manual that board members can use throughout their terms. Our resource can be used as a template for developing your own: https://hubs.ly/Q02-qsm-0
What Goes Into a Board Manual? - BoardSource
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How well do you think employees at your organization understand the role of your board? It’s important for employees to understand why the board exists in the first place. Not sure where to start this conversation? Check out our resource below: https://hubs.ly/Q02-qCKt0
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In the event of a crisis, it is crucial that your organization is prepared. Identifying, analyzing, and managing possible risks will proactively and strategically protect your nonprofit’s reputation and operations. Check out our resource to start: https://hubs.ly/Q02-qMp20
Risk Management - BoardSource
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