What Potential Board Members Look For

     Just as you evaluate a potential board member, he or she evaluates your non-profit. Here’s what a potential board member looks for:

• An effective executive offer

• The opportunity to meet personal needs, such as making a difference, expanding a professional network, building skills, etc.

• Clear, honest, thorough communication within all levels of the organization

• A board that knows how to govern effectively

• Well-maintained, professional-looking facilities

• Competent staff

• A healthy, stable budget

• High percent of involvement from board members, volunteers and staff

• A clear understanding of the mission by board and staff