Sample or Template

Use this template to gauge the performance of each of your board members. Take note of strengths and weaknesses to maximize the efforts of the board as a whole and make the most of talents evident through this evaluation.

Nonprofit Board Orientation Checklist - This checklist is a general outline to guide the orientation of new board members. Your organization should modify it as you see fit to ensure that all new board members are provided with the information necessary to fulfill their responsibilities. (BoardSource, 2016)

Sample language for writing your organization's policy and procedures for accepting in-kind contributions.

Sample In-Kind Contribution Policy

Four sample gift acceptance policies from the Nonprofit Risk Management Center.

Your Form 990 asks whether a nonprofit has a "gift acceptance policy" that requires the review of any "non-standard gifts" (gifts other than cash or check). Additionally, a written gift acceptance policy can help manage the expectations of donors, (while treating them with respect) and also serve as guidance for board and staff members who are either on the asking, or receiving, end of contributions.

Download a sample Board Member Committee description to use as a summary of who serves on which committees and what each committee's area of responsibility entails.

It is important to know what is expected in order for a board member to fulfill his/her commitment to serve your organization. Make it clear by using this sample to outline what the duties and responsibilities would be required. (Blue Avocado)

Sample Board Member Contract

Personnel Policies Template - Use this Word file to shape your own organization's policies. Please note: The North Carolina Center for Nonprofits is providing this sample policy to serve as a starting point for your nonprofit's development of an appropriate policy for your organization.

A small collection of sample job descriptions for defining the Executive Director position. See also this Bridgespan toolkit for further samples and this Free Management Library resource for an overview of roles and responsibilities.

The evaluation of the Executive Director is the responsibility of a nonprofit's Board of Directors, as stipulated by the bylaws. These resources will guide the Board through the policies and procedures necessary to conduct an annual review.