Today, there is an extraordinary amount information available, but knowing where to look can be daunting.
We have put together a starter list of links to help you find answers to your questions in the key management areas.
We hope you will find this helpful. If you have an unanswered question, or you want to share a great resource, please email us at info [at] heritagebc.ca.
While we have provided links to several recognized sources, the materials and information provided on this site are for information purposes only. It is not our intention to provide legal or other professional advice. It is important to ensure you are getting the best and current information. Please contact us if you have questions about this.
Board Chair roles and responsibilities
Vice Chair roles and responsibilities
Treasurer roles and responsibilities
Secretary roles and responsibilities
Board Director roles and responsibilities
Board Member Statement of Understanding
Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics
Example of board governance documents provided by Cranbrook History Centre
Collaborations for Not-For-Profit Organizations (Slide deck from Heritage BC webinar of same name.)
The Art of Collaboration (guidebook and toolkits)
Charitable Receipting Do’s and Don’ts
Legacy Giving: How to Attract the Right Prospects
Top 20 Compliance Issues for Canadian Charities
Digital Fundraising: Frameworks and Strategies to Optimize Online Revenue
2017 Global Trends in Giving Report
How and Why to Include a Call-To-Action in Your Donor Communications
ALSO: Grant Writing, a Heritage BC webinar (small fee may apply)
Good Governance
Governance Models: What’s Right for Your Board?
Ten Ways to Create Awesome Meetings
Board Oversight for Not-For-Profit Program Evaluation
Performance Measurement for Non-Profit Organizations
20 Questions Not-For-Profit Directors Should Ask About CEO Succession