Serving on non-profit boards

Volunteers are the life-blood of non-profit organizations, particularly those who take on the responsibility of serving as a member of the board of trustees or board of directors.

They are committed to fully understanding the nuances of how best to accomplish the mission and the complex financial implications of running the business side of the operations. They also recognize the reality that nonprofits must raise the funds to operate through grants from federal and state agencies, and gifts from foundations, corporations and individual donors.

If you are thinking about becoming more involved in an organization as a board member, (or you already serve) there are some questions you should ask yourself:

By: Enid Ablowitz

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