- Understand and embrace fiduciary duties of care and loyalty.
- Identify the mission and overall direction of the nonprofit.
- Plan for the nonprofit’s future, establishing a vision and values for the nonprofit, and oversee implementation of an action plan.
- Ensure adequate human resources to carry out the mission, hiring and supervising a chief staff person if appropriate, or recruiting and training sufficient volunteers for an all-volunteer organization.
- Ensure transparency, legal compliance & accountability.
- Fundraise vigorously and steward resources effectively.
- Understand the nonprofit’s programs and services, and regularly evaluate performance and effectiveness.
- Represent the organization effectively to the public & community.
- Ensure a healthy, engaged & knowledgeable board of directors.
