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In this season of Thanksgiving, we often encounter conversations about gratitude. Maybe we make a special point to express gratitude in our homes, places of worship, schools, or workplaces … but what about our nonprofit boards? (Insert sound of record scratching here!) I get it; as we get closer and closer to the busy holiday season, a lot of times we want to get in and out of those monthly board meetings as quickly as possible. There are so many other things we have to take care of, let’s not add to the list, right?! And yet, what better time and place to take just a moment and reflect on gratitude than on your nonprofit board?
Leadership transitions at a nonprofit can be an unexpected surprise, but you can be prepared and weather the transition period successfully by having a written succession plan in place. By taking this step, you’ll not only find yourself with an easier, smoother transition period, but you’ll also taking positive steps toward the long-term sustainability of your organization.
COVID-19 forced us to rethink how we operate. Nonprofits shifted their programs, fundraisers, and services overnight to adapt to the new reality. The pandemic also forced nonprofit boards to meet virtually. Rapid change is hard but the good news is, board meetings are extremely adaptable to the virtual setting. Here are four tips to make your next meeting a success.
