Developing a Board of Directors

A Board can: Perform tasks Support Contribute skills Advise Fundraise Assist with nonprofit status Obtain public funding

What is a Board of Directors? Governing body. Oversees the financial operation. Supervises the Director. Maintains the mission. Legally responsible.

Why do you need a Board? Funding Traditional structure Non-profit status Community connections Organizational credibility Attract good people Talents and skills Safeguarding the mission

Board tasks: Regular meetings Elect officers Form committees Plan events Represent organization Sit on other Boards

Starting a Board: Introductions State of the organization Discuss Board structure Discuss goals Form committees Elect officers Appoint committee chairs Assign committees Meeting schedule