CharityVillage® Research: Overview of governance models and board types

CharityVillage® Research: Overview of governance models and board types: "Overview of governance models and board types
By Mel Gill, President of Synergy Associates
September 8, 2009

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Operational (primary focus: operations)

The board does the work of the organization and manages as well as governs it. This is typical of a board in the 'founding' stage of an organization and of boards in organizations, such as service clubs, that have no staff and that must rely largely on board members and other volunteers to achieve their aims. Operational boards also have management responsibilities but are distinguished from management boards by their lack of staff support.

Collective (primary focus: operations/inclusive decision-making processes)"

United Way implementing 'community impact' model | coloradoan.com | The Coloradoan,

United Way implementing 'community impact' model | coloradoan.com | The Coloradoan,: "About six years ago, United Way of Larimer County adopted what we call the 'community impact' model. Starting July 1, this model will be implemented.

So what exactly does community impact mean? Community impact is about taking a comprehensive approach to specifically identified problems in our community. Instead of putting Band-Aids on the problems, we want to achieve long-term solutions that address root causes of these specific issues affecting our community."

Lessons for nonprofits in hard times | HeraldTribune.com | Sarasota Florida | Southwest Florida's Information Leader

Lessons for nonprofits in hard times | HeraldTribune.com | Sarasota Florida | Southwest Florida's Information Leader: "Though small, the Resurrection House could serve as a model for other nonprofit organizations struggling in the tough economy. It and others have proven resilient by building a strong volunteer base and finding diverse funding sources.

Resurrection House has not sought government funding since opening 20 years ago, and lately, that has been a blessing. Unlike many nonprofit groups, the homeless center does not face big budget cuts as governments reduce grants for social service groups."

Clinton: More than 100 commitments on global issues fulfilled - Newsday.com

Clinton: More than 100 commitments on global issues fulfilled - Newsday.com: "'In creating the Clinton Global Initiative, I wanted it to be a catalyst for action, I wanted CGI to have a measurable impact on the lives of people around the world,' Clinton said in a statement. 'The number of completed commitments so far is an indication of the power of this model of philanthropy. It's also a testament to the hard work of hundreds of people, and the scope of what they've been able to accomplish in only two years' time is stunning.'"