7 Steps to the Fully Engaged Nonprofit Board You Deserve
2. Identifying
With the role defined, begin to identify prospective candidates. Develop a profile of your current board characteristics and skills, and then overlay your needs. The needs of your organization change over time. If you are facing political or technical issues, you may want to fill your board with leaders possessing these skills. If you are facing a major campaign, you want leaders who can make and access significant gifts.
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Jeff believes that successful fundraising is built on a bedrock of relevant, consistent messaging; sound practices; the nurturing of relationships; and impeccable stewardship. And that organizations that adhere to those standards serve as beacons to others that aspire to them. The Bedrocks & Beacons blog will provide strategic information to help nonprofits be both.
Jeff has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience and is a member of the NonProfit PRO Editorial Advisory Board.
