Governance Q&A: Ending the foundation and nonprofit relationship

After a decade of supporting a charity, a funder now has different priorities and wants to end their partnership smoothly.

Governance Q&A: Redirecting funds without approval

When using a foundation’s money for unapproved programs and activities, be prepared to explain your actions.

Governance Q&A: Fraud in nonprofits

What safeguards should be in place to ensure a nonprofit’s assets are secure against fraud?

Governance Q&A: Responding to CSR inquiries from grantors

How and why should charities demonstrate corporate social responsibility practices.

Governance Q&A: When should a charity close its doors?

Is it ethical to shut down a charity when there is a group of people that would like to form a new board, drawing on new contacts and strategies, to help the organization carry on its work?

Governance Q&A: Fee-for-service vs salary for executive directors

Consider the full ramifications when considering an executive’s compensation structure.

Governance Q&A: How to manage troublesome volunteers who mean well

Can a nonprofit ethically get rid of good-hearted people who are more trouble than they are worth?

Governance Q&A: Accepting donations from tobacco companies

Is it ethical to take money obtained from a product that kills when used as directed?

Governance Q&A: When a board doesn’t follow its bylaws

A look at the range of options available when a board of directors isn’t behaving ethically.

Governance Q&A: The intricacies of deciding appropriate employee training

What to do when employees don't respond they way you expected to employee training.