Governance Q&A: Misrepresentation on social media

I want to ask all my friends to “like” each other’s causes and post very positive messages on social media sites about the work we do. We can give them the words. Why are people saying this is wrong?

Governance Q&A: Leaving a board of directors under difficult conditions

I want to resign from my position on a board of directors due to mismanagement by the board chair. How can I leave on a positive note, with a good reference?

Third-party fundraising: Boon or bust?

On Sept. 22 of this year, the CBC produced an investigative report examining the nature of fundraising in the Canadian charitable sector and looking specifically at where donor dollars go. There’s now been time for some sober reflection on the good that actually came out of the report and how third-party fundraising techniques aren’t necessarily the evil incarnate that some would make them out to be.

Governance Q&A: The importance of an independent auditor

My board chair wants to change audit firms to one where a friend of hers is a partner. If their quote is reasonable, is that ethically OK?

Governance Q&A: When the ED is stealing

I have direct evidence that my executive director is misappropriating funds from the charity where I work. What can I do about her behaviour without risking my job?

Governance Q&A: Is it ethical for employers to ask for writing samples?

I’ve been asked by potential employers and clients for samples of my writing, sometimes for something existing and sometimes for something new. Have you looked at the ethics of this?

Governance Q&A: 15 Tips for developing an ethical organizational culture

In honour of CharityVillage®’s 15th Anniversary, this week I’ll be sharing 15 tips for helping leaders develop an ethical culture in their organizations.

Board etiquette: Minding your p’s and q’s on a nonprofit board

Rules for etiquette when serving on a board of directors.

Governance Q&A: When employees think the ED is incompetent

If staff feel a new executive director exhibits poor judgment and behaviour, is it ethical to threaten to quit if the board doesn’t take any action?

Ethical decision-making

How to make and stand behind ethical decisions on a board of directors.