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Building Blocks for Board Members

As a board member of any nonprofit organization, you will develop your leadership skills while giving back to the community!

In this workshop, you will learn Nonprofit Board Basics, including:

  • What is a nonprofit board?
  • Expectations of being a board member
  • Personal and professional benefits of board service
  • Definitions of legal issues and terms
  • Risk management
  • Fundraising expectations
  • Overview of the nonprofit sector and culture
  • How to determine a good match for you

Rappahannock United Way will present opportunities with various local nonprofits that are currently looking for board members, providing you the opportunity to join a nonprofit with a cause you support.

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About the Presenter:  Katie Campbell was instrumental in establishing the Virginia Network of Nonprofit Organizations (VANNO).  She teaches in Virginia Commonwealth University’s nonprofit management program and has more than 30 years of nonprofit management experience.

To register or for information on scholarships for this training, contact Rappahannock United Way at (540) 373-0041 ext. 314 or sbeck@rappahannockunitedway.org

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Please contact Rappahannock United Way directly to request special accommodations at least ten (10) days prior to event date. 

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