Board Development

Q: What's behind a successful nonprofit organization?
A: A successful board of directors.

We've assembled profiles of organizations from all across the country that have excelled in this arena. Put their models and sample materials to work at your agency.

Learn How Now: Build a Better Board

Denver Dumb Friends League: Improving and Maintaining Your Board
Build a high-functioning board of directors with the model developed by the largest animal welfare organization in the Rocky Mountain region--and borrow their board application and manual while you're at it.

SPCA of Monterey County: Transforming a Malfunctioning Board
Whether you're a new organization setting up a board for the first time or interested in redirecting an existing board, this California agency's program can serve as a blueprint. Includes a sample board information packet and board meeting agenda.

Richmond SPCA: Changing the Focus of a Traditional Board
Looking to bring about major change at your agency but have a traditional humane society board? Find out how this Virginia agency successfully handled the transition--and opposition along the way--to a dynamic governing board.