BoardSource — Nonprofit Board Development

National authority on nonprofit board development, providing training, resources, and consulting on governance and board effectiveness.

BoardSource is the national authority on nonprofit board development. Their resources cover board recruitment, governance structure, fiduciary duties, executive evaluation, succession planning, and board engagement. Many free resources are available, with paid training and consulting for deeper engagements.Watershed organizations often struggle with board effectiveness — recruiting members with relevant expertise, balancing community representation, and managing conflicts of interest in small-town settings. BoardSource provides practical tools to address each.For groups planning leadership transitions or formalizing governance, BoardSource is the go-to starting point.