Boards are the owners of nonprofits, yet they usually don't work there! This can cause a disconnect and dysfunction. In addition, most boards don't get the orientation and training they need to be successful. Enter...the Board Agreement.

In this 8-module mini-course, we will explain what boards are so you can be equipped to know how to develop them. Also, we will explain the elements of a good board agreement. We will also give you a copy of a sample board agreement.

In less than an hour, we'll cover:

  1. What boards are
  2. Why boards need contracts/agreements
  3. Elements of a board agreement
  4. How to implement if your board isn’t new/is new
  5. How to enforce the agreement
  6. When to review and amend

Take the step to transform your board. Sign up today!


Your Instructor


Sean M. Kosofsky, MPA
Sean M. Kosofsky, MPA

Hi, I’m Sean, and I'm the Nonprofit Fixer!

I’ve worked in nonprofit organizations since I was 16 (over 27 years).

I love nonprofits. I study nonprofits. I also lead and fix nonprofits. Whether its local, state or national - or charitable or political – I have helped grow and develop organizations of all kinds. I've served as an Executive Director for 5 organizations. I am a coach and consultant for boards, executive directors and activists of all stripes. I’ve worked in communications, victim-services, civil rights, environment, policy, bullying prevention, lobbying, management and much more.

I learned how to run a nonprofit the hard way – by watching someone do it poorly. I’ve also been thrown into the deep end and told to sink or swim. I don’t want that to happen to anyone else, so I have made it a commitment to my business to train people how to effectively fundraise and manage organizations for maximum impact. I’m nationally known and respected, and I’m a really swell guy (just wait, you’ll see!).

Best of all, I cut through the BS. My tools and trainings are straight-to-the-point, immediately useful, and chock-full of tips and tactics you can start using today.

Sean Kosofsky has been raising money for a wide variety of causes, community projects, political campaigns, and much more. He is a published author of "Fundraising Power Pack"

I live in San Francisco with my husband Travis and my adorable dog Harry!


Course Curriculum


  Understanding Boards to Transform Them
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
You have 1 year to complete the course. I want you to get results and you want to get results. If I give you lifetime access you may never take the course. You have 12 months so get to it!!
What if I am unhappy with the course?
I don't want you to be unhappy! But here's the deal. I want you to actually give the course a try. If you complete 4 modules of the training and you still aren't happy, I will guarantee a full refund. But if you purchase the course and never try, the offer is not valid. We think this is fair. We spent a lot of time creating the course and we want you to try it. Again, the course if free if you aren't happy after giving it a try. You have 10 days in your trial.

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