Building a Strong Nonprofit Board of Directors: Foundations for Success by Allyson D. Andrews and Sara Gibson

Are you an Early Childhood Education (ECE) administrator or another leader looking to strengthen your nonprofit board and build more effective relationships? Whether you are new to board development or seeking ways to enhance board engagement, this webinar is designed to provide you with essential strategies and best practices.

In this practical session, presented by veteran early childhood non-profit leader and consultant Allyson Andrews, MSW, LLMSW, and Sara Gibson, Co-Founder and CEO of 20 Degrees, we will explore the key components of a strong and effective nonprofit board, including governance, roles and responsibilities, and relationship-building between board members and ECE leaders. You will gain insights into how to recruit, train, and retain dedicated board members who align with your organization’s mission, as well as how to foster collaboration and accountability.

Join this interactive webinar, where you will:

• Understand the core functions of an ECE nonprofit board and how they contribute to organizational success.

• Learn practical strategies for building strong relationships with your board members.

• Discover ways to increase board engagement and participation.

• Gain tools and templates to support governance and board development.

While this session is designed with ECE administrators in mind, teachers, librarians, and other professionals interested in nonprofit leadership will also find valuable takeaways. Whether you’re leading a new nonprofit or refining the structure of an existing board, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to strengthen your governance practices. You will:

• Identify the key roles and responsibilities of an effective ECE nonprofit board and how they contribute to organizational success.

• Analyze common challenges in board development and relationships, and explore strategies to overcome them.

• Plan effective recruitment, onboarding, and training strategies to build a strong and engaged board.

• Recognize best practices for fostering collaboration, accountability, and clear communication between board members and ECE leadership.

• Develop an action plan to strengthen your nonprofit board’s structure, engagement, and overall impact on your organization.