Build a Better Board

Build a Better Board A web-based service that matches Triangle area nonprofits with talented individuals who would like to serve in leadership positions on nonprofit boards.

Build A Better Board is a unique web-based service brought to you by the Executive Service Corps of the Triangle (ESC) that matches Triangle area nonprofits like you with talented individuals who would like to serve in leadership positions on nonprofit boards. Build a Better Board is easy to use and free of charge for both you and the individuals who register with our site. Our research shows that

one of the most difficult issues facing most nonprofits is finding qualified board members. As a nonprofit, you work hard to find good candidates using your network and the networks of your volunteers and board members. But the question remains: are there some great people out there who would love to serve and just don’t know about the opportunities you have? That is why Executive Service Corps of the Triangle has designed a new matchmaking website that will help you find qualified candidates to fill your important board seats. We are supported in this effort by a grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina. Our partners in this program include: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits, Triangle Community Foundation, The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center and Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Triangle NC.

Tip of the Day – What is a board member’s job description?• Help determine the nonprofit’s mission• Help develop the non...
04/13/2017

Tip of the Day – What is a board member’s job description?

• Help determine the nonprofit’s mission
• Help develop the nonprofit’s strategic plan
• Oversee the nonprofit’s policies
• Select the Executive Director and appraise the ED’s performance
• Ensure adequate resources
• Provide proper financial oversight

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BUILD A BETTER BOARD
Build a Better Board is a unique web-based service that matches Triangle area nonprofits with talented individuals who would...

02/27/2017

Keeping Board Members engaged is a challenge faced by all nonprofits. Here are some practical pointers. http://ow.ly/IHD4308NYzr

Is joining a Nonprofit Board the right fit for you?  Here are 10 questions to ask yourself when considering this commitm...
02/15/2017

Is joining a Nonprofit Board the right fit for you? Here are 10 questions to ask yourself when considering this commitment. http://ow.ly/6GnB308NJdf

DISRUPTIVE IDEA  #1 - Create an on-line "dating" matching service for nonprofits to find qualified board candidates.  An...
02/08/2017

DISRUPTIVE IDEA #1 - Create an on-line "dating" matching service for nonprofits to find qualified board candidates. And it's FREE! http://ow.ly/u5XO308NHRP

Welcome to the Build a Better Board matching service. Below, you can register as a new nonprofit and search for potential board members, register...

Do you need help analyzing your current board? Use this worksheet to inventory the skills and demographics your board ne...
01/30/2017

Do you need help analyzing your current board? Use this worksheet to inventory the skills and demographics your board needs: http://ow.ly/u1hv308sWGl

This Excel worksheet is a useful tool for analyzing the skills and demographics of your current board. Use this worksheet to inventory the skills...

Board Leadership Boot Camp is a series of sessions designed to inform nonprofit board leadership about best practices in...
01/26/2017

Board Leadership Boot Camp is a series of sessions designed to inform nonprofit board leadership about best practices in critical areas that will impact board effectiveness. We still have some spots open for the Spring session starting February 21st! http://ow.ly/4VYg308mhrS

SPOTS OPEN NOW FOR SPRING 2017!

Board Leadership Boot Camp
The ESC Board Leadership Boot Camp program is a series of sessions designed to...

Having trouble deciding which board is right for you? Let us help! http://ow.ly/GWgV3088K1H
01/19/2017

Having trouble deciding which board is right for you? Let us help! http://ow.ly/GWgV3088K1H

This article provides advice from several people to answer critical questions in deciding what general type of board you might like to serve with,...

Are you interested in joining a board but have no idea what all it entails? Check out the resources available to you: ht...
01/16/2017

Are you interested in joining a board but have no idea what all it entails? Check out the resources available to you: http://www.buildabetterboard.com/resources/

BOARD MATCHING
Guidance for Board Candidates and Nonprofits at Each Step in the Matching Process
In order to make your board matching process as...

Still snowed in? It's the perfect time to take 15 minutes to fill out your Build a Better Board profile to see which non...
01/09/2017

Still snowed in? It's the perfect time to take 15 minutes to fill out your Build a Better Board profile to see which nonprofit wants you to fill their board seat! http://www.buildabetterboard.com/individuals/

Why Join a Nonprofit Board?

Share your passion and skills
Give back to your local community
Expand your leadership and management skills...

01/03/2017

A FEW SPOTS STILL LEFT FOR FEBRUARY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-BOARD CHAIR WORKSHOP! In the nonprofit sector, many say that the best sign of a healthy nonprofit is a healthy partnership between the Board Chair and the Executive Director/CEO. ESC is piloting a weekend workshop called “Good to Great: 2 Leaders, 1 Partnership” aimed at enhancing the relationship between an organization’s Executive Director and board chair. Email [email protected] for more information!

Does your board need some TLC? If so, a board retreat may be the perfect fit for you. Learn more! http://ow.ly/HEEU307hw...
12/21/2016

Does your board need some TLC? If so, a board retreat may be the perfect fit for you. Learn more! http://ow.ly/HEEU307hwYU

Retreat Facilitation
ESC consultants are skilled at facilitation for board and staff retreats. Our trained, objective facilitators help you set...

How can a board retreat help you? Check out how we helped Chapel Hill-Carrboro Meals on Wheels prevent from having to tu...
12/08/2016

How can a board retreat help you? Check out how we helped Chapel Hill-Carrboro Meals on Wheels prevent from having to turn away anyone in need of a meal: http://ow.ly/WwJp306RdRI

As the executive director of Chapel Hill-Carrboro Meals on Wheels (MOW), Stacey Yusko spends much of her time serving meals to the people who need...

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