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How to Onboard, Engage, and Retain Great Nonprofit Board Members – Even After Their Terms End

How to Onboard, Engage, and Retain Great Nonprofit Board Members – Even After Their Terms End

How to Onboard, Engage, and Retain Great Nonprofit Board Members – Even After Their Terms EndMichele Whetzel
Published on: 12/03/2026

Learn how thoughtful board onboarding and ongoing engagement—including advisory boards—can help nonprofits retain experienced leaders and preserve valuable institutional knowledge.

Nonprofit Guidance
Building Your Dream Board: Recruiting and Retaining the Right Members

Building Your Dream Board: Recruiting and Retaining the Right Members

Building Your Dream Board: Recruiting and Retaining the Right MembersMichele Whetzel
Published on: 21/10/2025

Learn how to recruit and retain great board members for your nonprofit – from setting expectations to building a collaborative, high-performing team.

Nonprofit Guidance
Governance vs. Volunteering: Why Understanding the Distinction Matters for Your Nonprofit

Governance vs. Volunteering: Why Understanding the Distinction Matters for Your Nonprofit

Governance vs. Volunteering: Why Understanding the Distinction Matters for Your NonprofitMichele Whetzel
Published on: 26/08/2025

Discover the difference between governance and volunteering in nonprofit boards—and why getting this balance right is essential for strong leadership and lasting impact.

Nonprofit Guidance
Teamwork Isn't Just About Doing the Work - It's About Communicating, Too

Teamwork Isn't Just About Doing the Work - It's About Communicating, Too

Teamwork Isn't Just About Doing the Work - It's About Communicating, TooMichele Whetzel
Published on: 12/08/2025

Board members need to work together to get the work done. Giving updates as to schedule and needing assistance to complete work is key to working well as a group.

Nonprofit Guidance