Services for Nonprofits: Board Development

Purpose: BVU’s Development Program is committed to strengthening the community by training and matching qualified professionals onto the boards of area nonprofit organizations.

Program Overview

The Board Development Program provides nonprofit board training and matching services through a company-sponsored program. A prospective board member consults with BVU to help assess his or her personal and professional goals and is connected to a compatible nonprofit partner.

Candidates then take part in our Role of the Board training to learn the primary roles and responsibilities of a board member, and how to be productive and successful in their new role.

For Nonprofit Organizations

BVU’s Board Development Program is an opportunity for nonprofits to find an effective candidate to serve on their board. After completing an application, the next step is a site visit and interview with the nonprofit’s Executive Director and one of its Board Members. Now, the agency is eligible to receive referrals of potential board candidates with compatible interests and skills.
The program benefits nonprofits and the community by:

  • Promoting awareness of the need and opportunity for nonprofit board service
  • Assisting nonprofits in locating, recruiting, and training potential board members
  • Providing access to board candidates from the business community

If you are interested in participating in our Board Development Program please contact Mara Winters, Director of Nonprofit Services, at 410-727-6367 x36 or send an email >

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