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Nonprofit Board Essentials: On-Demand Learning

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Deepen your understanding of nonprofit governance and leadership with free, on-demand videos that cover essential topics every board member should know. Perfect for current and aspiring nonprofit board members and executive directors, these practical tools and insights offer guidance to strengthen board effectiveness.

Launched in partnership with and fully funded by The Allstate Foundation, Nonprofit Board Essentials is taught by Kellogg School of Management faculty and nonprofit experts. These online videos are available 24/7, so you can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.

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Each topic features 5-10 concise, actionable videos paired with additional resources and applied thinking questions. Explore the areas that will help you strengthen your impact:
  • Governance Fundamentals
  • Your Role
  • Board Structure
  • Fundraising
  • Finance
  • Risks
  • Perspectives

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