Month: June 2026

Some nonprofit boards unintentionally exclude their strongest future leaders. Brian was helping lead a young, growing nonprofit. He recruited volunteers. Built partnerships. Helped navigate the challenges that come with growth. He had vision. He understood nonprofit leadership. He knew the difference between governance and management. In many ways, he was exactly the type of person…

Kim was one of the nonprofit’s largest donors. She loved the mission. She regularly shared the organization’s work on social media. She gave generously every year. And whenever fundraising campaigns launched, she was among the first to contribute. When a board seat opened, her name quickly rose to the top of the list. The board’s…

Chris was one of the organization’s best volunteers. Reliable. Passionate. Always willing to help. When a board seat opened, his name came up almost immediately. Everyone agreed: “Chris would be great.” So, they invited him to coffee. They talked about the mission. The future. The impact he could make. Chris was excited. He saw board…