Expecting Your Board to Fundraise? How Are You Supporting Them?

Nonprofits bring in consultants, coaches, and advisors all the time — to strengthen operations, build fundraising capacity, or develop strategic plans. We invest in professional development for staff and leadership teams because we understand that growth takes structure, support, and skill-building.

But when it comes to our boards — the very people charged with helping us achieve our missions, secure resources, and drive sustainability — are we truly setting them up for success?

In my experience, not often enough….