Book of the Board : Effective Governance for Non-Profit Organisations

The Book of the Board is an invaluable handbook for boards and board members of non-profit organisations.Written specifically for an Australasian rather than North American context, The Book of the Board explains:the purpose of a board in a non-profit organisationthe board's formal and legal responsibilitiesthe main areas where a board can add to the organisation's effectivenessMost importantly, The Book of the Board shows how boards can manage their caretaking responsibilities efficiently, freeing time and energy for activities that enhance the overall performance of the organisation such as strategic planning, policy-setting, co-ordinated advocacy and fundraising, and performance monitoring. This practical book also contains case studies and examples, interviews with senior board members, checklists, and sample documents.The Book of the Board presents approaches that can be used to stimulate thought, discussion and action in organisations of all sizes and purposes.Fishel, David is the author of 'Book of the Board : Effective Governance for Non-Profit Organisations', published 2003 under ISBN 9781862874435 and ISBN 1862874433.