Why serving on a board isn’t just for old people
Guest blog post by Greenlights’ summer 2013 Marketing/Communications intern, James Lewis. In the wake of the 2013 Board Summit, the idea of serving on a board of directors is fresh on my mind. Before I...
View ArticleBoard commitment is a two-way street
Greenlights is releasing exclusive educational videos for our members in the 501(c)ommunity. Having just wrapped up a web series on social media, we’re rolling out a new series on board development (if...
View Article3 + 3 + 3 Guide for Getting your Board to Spread the Word
The elusive “elevator pitch.” Every board wants one, but how many of us actually have one that works for everyone all the time? It’s often challenging for board members to know what to say about their...
View ArticleAre you making it easy to be a board member?
Another installment of Greenlights’ video series on board development is now live in the 501(c)ommunity as an exclusive feature for our members, and I’m excited that I get to preview an important...
View ArticleIs an Advisory Board Right for You?
Is your nonprofit contemplating forming an advisory board? Don’t rush the decision. In my work with nonprofit boards of directors, I’ve been getting questions lately about establishing advisory...
View Article4 Uncommon Books for the Nonprofit Leader
We’re almost a month into the new year, and though I’m never very successful at keeping my resolutions, I do make an annual booklist. This year is no different and I thought I’d share a few...
View ArticleAsk Alanna: Serving on a Board
Hi, I’m Alanna — Greenlights’ Services Coordinator. As a resource for nonprofit solutions, we receive daily questions from performing staff evaluations to grant writer referrals. This month I’m sharing...
View Article3 Tips for the First Time Board Member
I recently joined the board of an all-volunteer organization. I was so excited to share my time and talents as I loved the mission of the organization and was ready to dive in and share my time and...
View ArticleFinding the right board for you
Last month, one of my coworkers shared 3 tips for new board members and with our annual Board Summit quickly approaching (June 12), I was inspired by her post to take a few steps back in the process....
View ArticleDon’t hold back: My experience as an Interim Executive Director
Guest blog post by David C. Smith, a member of Greenlights’ pool of Interim Executive Directors. How many times have you served on a board, committee, or staff and wanted to share what you thought...
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