Education and training for nonprofit boards make them more effective.
Why? One of the best things about nonprofits is that anyone can be on their board. One of the worst things about nonprofits is that anyone can be on their board. What make the difference? Their level of training and education.
Effective boards get education and training on their duties and responsibilities. They learn that their job starts with setting the mission and addressing strategic concerns. They find that they hold the legal and financial accountability. Educated boards know that their membership is more than a name on a page and a face at the event. It's a public trust.
While just about every video, podcast, eBook and worksheet on Nonprofit.Courses can serve as education for your board, below you can find specific content that speaks directly to every board member, from the grassroots community group, to the international NGO.
Don't forget to check out Nonprofit Board Training: The Ultimate Guide [& Resources] and the Nonprofit.Courses Select course on Nonprofit Board and Volunteer Development

Build a Board of Fundraising Pros, by Bloomerang

Executive Compensation Strategies for Nonprofits

Diverse Board Recruiting Unlocked with Dr Joynicole Martinez – Boardable

Outlining Roles and Responsibilities in Your Board Policy Manual, by Lorman

Revolutionizing Board Dynamics & Empowering Nonprofit CEOs with Sarah Olivieri, by Splendid

How to change board members in your nonprofit, by Courageous Communications

Board Development-Wildcard Track-Sports Philanthropy World 2020, by Sports Philanthropy Network

Robert’s Rules Revealed: Ep. 7 – How to use “Point of Parliamentary Inquiry”

Simple Steps to Build Strong Articles of Incorporation

SmartSprout: A Magic Wand for Board Transformation, by Get Fully Funded

Intentional Leadership: Board Governance Practices that Promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 1of2, by Bloomerang

How many board members for your startup nonprofit?

Getting Your Board on Board, by Bloomerang

How to Start Online Meetings- Face, Space, Erase, Grace, by Robert’s Rules Made Simple

How the Board Can Support Legacy Giving, by Boardable

Board Governance and Formal Positions, by Hallett Philanthropy

Beyond “By The Book” Strategic Planning: A Market-Driven Approach

Nonprofit Board Management Software for Your Board of Directors – Boardable

5 way to showcase your board and community connections, by Supporting World Hope

Boards Stepping Up to the Challenge featuring Abbie J von Schlegell CFRE FAFP, by Eskin Fundraising Training

Turn your Clark Kent Board into Nonprofit Heroes

Overcoming Fundraising Barriers with Sherry Quam Taylor & Boardable Board Software, by Boardable

Church Boards Need To Run Great Meetings!

BOARD DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING–Sports Philanthropy Town Hall Meeting, by Sports Philanthropy Network
It's important to remember that your board is part of your nonprofit, it is your nonprofit. Your board creates the mission, sets the policies, fund the organization, monitors the spending, advocates for your cause, determines the leadership, and if it needs to, closes your nonprofit, too. But too many board members don't understand their role, or think that their job is to show up, smile and raise their hand when asked for a vote. To be successful, you need an engaged board.
That's why training for nonprofit board members isn't optional. It's essential.
Get each board member started right! Enroll them in the Nonprofit Skills™: Board Fundamentals Certificate, today!
The Nonprofit Skills™ Board Fundamentals Certificate provides learners with the critical knowledge and skills required to serve on a nonprofit board.
The content covers key topics including legal obligations, financial management, strategic planning, public communication, fundraising, leadership oversight, and measuring progress. Each self-paced course includes interactive activities, case studies, readings, and videos with advice from experts in the field. Learners will complete the certificate with a comprehensive understanding of how nonprofit board members effectively meet the needs of their organization.