Non-Profit Board Resources
We have compiled a short list of useful resources and classes for serving on the boards of a non-profit. If you have other suggestions please contact us with the information.
Board Source Essentials - Great non profit knowledge center from one of leading sources for non-profit consulting
Idealist.org Non-Profit FAQ - General information, definitions and facts about non-profit boards including links to additional information
Toolkit for Boards - Covers the main topics for running a non-profit board properly:
- Board Roles & Responsibilities
- Documents
- Staffing
- Ensuring Successful Committees
- Ensuring Successful Meetings
- Evaluation Guidelines
- Training
- Operations
- Additional Resources
Non-Profit Good Practice Guide - Best practices for most non-profit activites including: accountability, fundraising, governance, management, etc.
Classes Offered by UPENN's School of Social Policy and Practice - list of non-profit classes offered by the School of Social Policy and Practice that are open to 2nd year Wharton MBA's
Local Providers of Board Placement for Working Professionals:
- Leadership Philadelphia - Strong program with leading companies to provide training and placement.
- The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University - Provides training and placement.
- Business on Board Program - Matches business professionals coached in nonprofit board governance with arts and cultural organizations.
- United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania - Prepares and matches leadership givers ($1000 and up) to local nonprofit board positions
