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Leadership Volunteering as a Nonprofit Board Member!

Nonprofits are always looking for volunteers.  But did you know that nonprofits also need governing volunteers on their boards? Serving on a nonprofit board is a serious responsibility and a rewarding challenge. Board membership is not only a means of giving back to the community, but also an invaluable opportunity to develop leadership and team-building qualities.

 What Board Connection can do for you:

·       Connect you to organizations in need of your skills and expertise with a mission you support

·       Educate you about nonprofit governance and your role as a board member

·       Provide an opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership abilities

·       Enable you to make a difference in your community

 How Board Connection works:

Contact Board Connection to register for training, then submit a $50 fee for your participation with Board Connection.  You’ll receive:

·       The “Effective Board Service” training session, where you will learn about the Board Connection program and a comprehensive and objective view of board service.  You will learn what boards really do, how much time it takes, and what your role as a board member would be.  Plus supplementary materials.

·       Support to identify and connect with organizations that need your expertise on their board.

·       A time-saving process for evaluating and selecting a directorship.

When to Start:

Training and matching assistance are offered throughout the year.  Candidates need attend only ONE session to learn how the program works, board roles and responsibilities, and more. 

The next training session will be held Fall  2008.        

For more information contact Carol Gaudino, Corporate Services Manager at (901) 523-2425 x 210 or by e-mail.