Fiduciary Duties for Nonprofit Boards Legal Training

What you'll learn
Apply the three fiduciary duties (care, loyalty, obedience) to all board decisions and governance activities
Conduct effective financial oversight including budget review, internal controls, and fraud prevention
Identify and properly manage conflicts of interest using disclosure and recusal procedures
Ensure legal compliance with employment law, fundraising regulations, and IRS requirements
Implement proper meeting governance including voting procedures, executive sessions, and documentation
Respond appropriately to crises, legal challenges, and investigations while protecting the organization
Requirements
No prerequisites are required.
Description
"This course contains the use of artificial intelligence."Serving on a nonprofit board comes with significant legal responsibilities that many board members don't fully understand. This comprehensive course demystifies the legal and fiduciary duties required of nonprofit board members, giving you the confidence to govern effectively while protecting yourself and your organization.Whether you're new to board service or an experienced director seeking to strengthen your governance knowledge, you'll learn the essential legal framework that guides every board decision. This practical course breaks down complex legal concepts into actionable strategies you can implement immediately.You'll master the three core fiduciary duties-care, loyalty, and obedience-that form the foundation of responsible nonprofit governance. Discover how to conduct proper financial oversight without needing an accounting degree, manage conflicts of interest professionally, and ensure your organization maintains legal compliance across all operations.The course covers critical areas including tax-exempt status requirements, board authority and limitations, employment law obligations, fundraising regulations, insurance protection, and crisis management. You'll learn proper meeting procedures, voting protocols, and documentation requirements that protect your organization from legal challenges.Real-world examples and practical frameworks help you apply these concepts to your specific board role. You'll understand when to seek professional legal counsel, how to establish internal controls that prevent fraud, and the best practices for recruiting and developing effective board members.By completing this course, you'll transform from an uncertain board member into a confident governance leader who understands both the legal boundaries and the best practices that enable your nonprofit to thrive. You'll have the tools to fulfill your fiduciary responsibilities while advancing your organization's mission and protecting all stakeholders.Stop worrying about making costly governance mistakes. Gain the legal knowledge and practical skills that every nonprofit board member needs to serve with excellence and confidence.
Who this course is for
New nonprofit board members seeking to understand their legal responsibilities and fiduciary duties
Experienced board directors wanting to strengthen their governance knowledge and compliance practices
Nonprofit executives preparing to join or work more effectively with boards of directors
Community leaders considering board service who want to understand the commitment before joining
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