Land trust boards

Build a strong and effective board of directors.

The board has the ultimate management and fiscal responsibility for a nonprofit. Board responsibilities include oversight of finances and fundraising, operations, programs, long range planning, staff and volunteer conduct and public relations. The board of an all-volunteer land trust takes on many of the day-to-day program and operational tasks. The board of a large, staffed organization will focus on setting the overall strategic direction and organizational policies and are responsible for management oversight.  

Regardless of size, a board that understands and meets its basic responsibilities provides a firm foundation for the land trust, builds public confidence, paves the way for financial success and allows the land trust to focus its energies on creative, effective ways to accomplish its land conservation mission. A strong and informed board leads to a strong and effective organization. Learn how you can be a better board member, or how you can work with the board of your land trust to ensure your board is effective.