Developing a Board for Non-Profits CO 439

Choosing the 'Right Person" to be on your Board of Directors

•  Four Major Responsibilities of Board Members

1. Understand and Support the Mission of the Organization
2. Review Policies and Procedures
3. Hire and Fire ONLY the Executive Director (Do not micromanage)
4. Be the "Face of the Organization".

• People Who Make the Best Board Member

1. Have a Passion for the Mission of the Orgarization
2. Have Experience in Volunteering for an Organization(s)
3. Are Not Looking to 'Feather Their Resume'

• Interviewing Potential Board Members

l. Questions to Ask
2. Review References
3. Present Board Manual
4. Ask for Financial Support
5. Term Limits and Attendance at Meetings

• Canvassing the Community for Board Members

1. Name Recognition
2. Financial Status
3. Specific Skills (lawyer, Accountant, CEO, etc)
4. Application for Potential Board Members)