On Board: What Current and Aspiring Board Members Must Know About Nonprofits and Board Service

On Board presents a clear road map to best-practice nonprofit governance and rewarding board service. Too often people are asked to serve on a board without understanding how nonprofit organizations and boards work, what is expected of them and how they can best contribute. Even seasoned board members can lack specific knowledge areas and skills to successfully govern and champion their organization. With On Board, current and prospective board members and staff finally have the information needed to help their organizations thrive, including: • Key questions to ask before and once you join a board of directors • The powerful functions and inner workings of boards and committees • How to spot red flags and avoid crises • How to get the most from your executive director and how to hire the best one for your organization • The vital roles of ambassadors, friendraisers, and fundraisers • Fundamentals of fundraising and effective storytelling • Strategic planning 101…and much more