Nonprofit boards what to do and how to do it

Synopsis

This how-to guide articulates the basic responsibilities of a board. It explains how to convey the nonprofit's vision and mission, organize and evaluate a board, as well as how to improve board meetings. Chapter exercises allow readers to assess how well their own board is doing. Written primarily for executive directors and board leaders, this book can also be used by students of social work administration. John Tropman is affiliated with the U. of Michigan; his father, Elmer, deceased, was a leader for 50 years in health and social welfare non- profit organizations in Pittsburgh. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)