Board Structure & Operations Directory

This page is a directory of articles focused on the nuts and bolts of nonprofit governance: the structural side of running a board. Here you'll find practical guides on how boards are formed, how meetings should actually work, and what to do when one member starts acting like they own the place. All of these pages are accessible from the main navigation, but this directory saves you a few clicks and some guesswork.

Nonprofit Board of Directors Explained

Learn the legal duties and roles of nonprofit board members and officers. Understand how boards function and what the IRS expects from your 501(c)(3).

How to Remove a Disgruntled Board Member

Wondering how to remove a board member from your nonprofit? This no-nonsense guide covers the legal steps, red flags, and how to protect your mission.

Nonprofit Board Meeting Minutes

Step-by-step nonprofit board meeting minutes example and template with commentary on how to record your board meeting agenda, attendance and decisions, regardless of size of the organization.