Articles
Plain-language guidance on governance, compliance, and building a board that actually governs.
When Two Board Members Won't Speak to Each Other
A personal feud between directors can quietly stall decisions and drive good people away. Here is how the chair and the board can address it without taking sides.
The Board's Role When a Program Depends on One Irreplaceable Person
When a single staffer, volunteer, or expert holds a program together, their departure can end it overnight. Here is how boards spot key-person risk and build resilience before a crisis hits.
When a Board Member and the Executive Director Are Related: Managing Family Ties
Family relationships between a director and staff aren't automatically forbidden, but they demand structure. Here's how boards manage the conflicts, optics, and legal risks that come with them.
When a Board Member Asks to Bring on Their Own Company as a Vendor's Subcontractor
Indirect conflicts of interest are easy to miss and hard to unwind. Here is how boards spot the layered deal and handle it before it becomes a headline.
The Board's Role When a Program Suddenly Goes Viral
An unexpected surge of attention can flood your nonprofit with donations, demand, and scrutiny overnight. Here's how a board keeps a viral moment from becoming a crisis.