-Provide time, talent, and treasure -Spread the word -Attend meetings/events -Recruit board members and other -Serve on committees & carry out volunteers assignments Safeguard Ethics and Values -Help raise money -Follow conflict-of-interest and Be Informed confidentiality policies -About mission, programs -Refrain from asking special favors from -Prepare for meetings staff -Stay current with related issues/organizations -Ask questions Notes: Three “Hats” Board Members Wear Legal Hat = The 3 “D’s” – Member of the governing body must be true to the organization’s interests:
-Provide time, talent, and treasure -Attend meetings/events -Serve on committees & carry out assignments -Help raise money Be Informed -About mission, programs -Prepare for meetings -Stay current with related issues/organizations -Ask questions -Spread the word -Recruit board members and other volunteers Safeguard Ethics and Values -Follow conflict-of-interest and confidentiality policies -Refrain from asking special favors from staff Notes: Three “Hats” Board Members Wear Legal Hat = The 3 “D’s” – Member of the governing body must be true to the organization’s interests: