The Well-Functioning Board:
How Leaning in On Governance Can Take Your
Nonprofit Board to the Next Level
It has never been more critical for boards of directors to understand their critical role, to lean into the responsibilities that are uniquely theirs, and organize their work effectively. Yet, too few board members are ever given much info on what is expected of them. It's time to cut through the morass of "good governance" content on the internet and get down to practical action steps. Join us to learn three things any board can do right away to level up, get better, and become a positive force for advancing the organization's mission.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
11:00am - Noon Eastern / 8:00am Pacific
The webinar is free, but registration is required.
What is Nonprofit Vitality?
The Governance Series of Webinars is being offered by The Board Doctor through Nonprofit Vitality. We invite you to check out all that we have to offer.
Learning Community
Nonprofit Vitality is a learning community for board members and other leaders of small nonprofits, organized by The Board Doctor. It is a place to log in, connect with others, get some answers, and find or offer support.
Live and On Demand
We host live events - like this Governance Series of webinars - as well as regular Office Hours where you can Ask Me Anything. We also have a vast resource library of templates, articles, and videos so you can find what you need anytime of the day or night.
For Board Members
Nonprofit Vitality is a place where board members from all over the US come together to share information, gain clarity about their work, and support for leading with confidence.
Upcoming Webinars
The Well-Functioning Board is the first of a series of six webinars being offered as part of Nonprofit Vitality. Together, they provide a solid grounding in nonprofit board governance.
July 29 - Form Follows Function: How to Organize Your Committees and Meetings for Maximum Effectiveness.
August 26 - Policies! Policies! How a Solid Policy Intrastructure Helps Your Organization Achieve More Mission.
September 23 - Recruiting for Good Governance: How to Use Open Board Search to Find Great Leaders
Ooctober 28 - Something for Everybody: How Clarity About What "Fundraising" Is Can Grow Board Involvement.
November 18 - Orientation: How One Little Steps Makes a Big Difference for Board Engagement
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Meet Your Presenter
“My mission is to mentor the volunteer board members who serve small nonprofit organizations as they seek to understand their unique role, embrace their responsibilities, and organize their work for maximum effectiveness and minimum headache." - Cathy Allen
Located in Virginia Beach and available virtually for board training and development projects.
BoardSource certified Governance Consultant
Creator of The Annual Checkup: A Board Governance Self Assessment
Author/Publisher of Nonprofit 911
Cathy Allen, The Board Doctor, LLC
Cathy@TheBoardDoctor.org
