Good Governance for Nonprofits: Developing Principles and Policies for an Effective Board

Fredric L Laughlin Robert C. Andringa Frederic L. Laughlin

ISBN 10: 0814474527 / ISBN 13: 9780814474525

Published by American Management Association, 2007

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pp. xiv + 210.

Seller Inventory # 26964601

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Good Governance for Nonprofits: Developing Principles and Policies for an Effective Board
• Publisher: American Management Association
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0814474527
• ISBN 13: 9780814474525
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Used

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Synopsis

Many nonprofits are reluctant to develop a policies manual, believing that it takes far too much time, effort, and expertise. But the lack of responsible policies and governance can actually end up costing an organization much more in the long run -- both in reputation and in resources.

Good Governance for Nonprofits is a succinct but thorough guide that will help organizations develop a board that is legally and ethically responsible and effective in advancing their needs. The authors offer a clear process for creating a policies manual to help boards apply proven standards of governance or "attributes of excellence." Now even with limited resources, nonprofit leaders will learn how to:

* eliminate redundant or outdated policies
* add new policies more effectively
* clearly guide the CEO and evaluate his or her performance
* ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations
* understand why certain policies should be included
* adapt the authors' templates to their specific needs.

About the Author

Frederic L. Laughlin (Sandy Springs, MD), a former partner of PriceWaterhouseCoopers, now works extensively as a consultant with The Andringa Group, specializing in guidance for nonprofits Robert C. Andringa, PH.D. (Anthem, AZ) is head of the Andringa Group, consulting to boards and CEOs of international, national, and regional organizations. He is the author of three previous books, includingNonprofit Board Answer Book.

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