Nonprofit board service is a rewarding experience. By serving on the board of a nonprofit organization you will:

• Connect with others who share your passion
• Contribute your skills, expertise, and access to resources to strengthen nonprofit organizations 
• Support and strengthen the community in which you live or work
• Rally support and invite others to join you in advocating on behalf of the nonprofit’s mission
• Develop new skills and hone your leadership abilities
• Expand your social and professional networks

An engaged and effective board of directors is key to a nonprofit organization's success. This resource list celebrates the philanthropy of board members and honors their service in the multiple roles they play in their organizations—as leaders, planners, stewards, fundraisers, and partners.

The Board of Directors sets the tone and direction of an organization.  Effective board leadership and governance helps ensure that a nonprofit can operate to its fullest capacity. Creating an effective board is a continual process that includes recruitment, engagement and development. 

Presented by Kohler Company, the nonprofit board education series is a collaborative effort of Lakeshore Community Foundation, Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce, Sheboygan Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Manitowoc County and United Way of Sheboygan. This valuable, capacity-building training series will be held at Lakeshore Technical College beginning on May 10^th from 1-3 p.m.

We envision strong nonprofit organizations governed by diverse, passionate and resourceful leaders. This training will give current nonprofit board members, executive directors and those who want to serve, the tools they need to expedite their ability to contribute to their organizations. This is also a great refresher course for those who have been serving for a long time.

BoardStar will be presenting this workshop focused on responsible governance and nonprofit operations. Participants will learn the fundamental roles and responsibilities of nonprofit boards with emphasis on governance, policy and planning. Additionally, an overview of the nonprofit structure, funding and business models will be included to ensure a board member not only knows their role, but understands what a successful nonprofit looks like overall.

BoardStar specializes in the training of current and future board members. Their mission is to increase individual involvement in nonprofit boards & strengthen the capability of the boards of nonprofit organizations.

Open to current nonprofit board members, executive directors and those with an interest in becoming a board member, this training from BoardStar presented by Kohler will deepen your understanding of responsible governance, funding, policy, planning and structure.

There is no charge to attend; applications are available here. There are still some seats available for this series, but they are limited.