Effective board governance relies on thoughtful communication and clearly defining what helpful engagement looks like. Instead of a board member immediately suggesting what an organization's staff "should" do, consider instead asking: "How can I be helpful?" But this also requires staff to communicate needs clearly and build relationships with these dedicated board members...

Making sure your year-end solicitations include three vital elements.

Planned Giving has the opportunity to significantly impact nonprofits. These 3 practical steps can help with realistic next steps.