Lead with Purpose. Strengthen Your Community.
Serving on a nonprofit board is one of the most powerful ways to create lasting impact in your community. Board members play a vital role in guiding organizations, shaping strategy, and ensuring sustainability, while connecting with other leaders who care deeply about making a difference.
Through VolunteerNow.org, you can discover nonprofit board of directors’ opportunities across the Bay Area, including Marin, Napa, Sonoma, and Solano Counties.
Whether you’re an experienced executive, an emerging professional, or someone passionate about giving back, CVNL helps match you with organizations that align with your values and skills. We also offer board governance training and leadership development to ensure every board member is prepared to lead with confidence and integrity.
Join a network of local changemakers who are building stronger, more resilient communities, one board at a time.
Explore board openings on VolunteerNow.org (link to https://www.volunteernow.org/search?shareId=a144c8f2c9444491a57eec90d6f361c3).
Interested in learning more? Contact learning@cvnl.org for information on board development and upcoming leadership training opportunities.
Board Member Duties May Include​
- Creating governing documents
- Financial
- Setting policy
- Serve on various committees
- Strategic planning
- Working closely with the organization’s CEO
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Qualities of a Successful Board Member
- A fiduciary duty of responsibility for the corporation’s assets
- An understanding of governance
- Consistent meeting attendance (assures a quorum)
- Have clear communication skills
- Have independent and diverse perspectives
- Provide insights and oversight
- Strategic planning experience
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For Organizations & Nonprofits
Board Member Recruitment Support
Volunteers look for a comprehensive list of board opportunities. Agencies can post their volunteer opportunities here.
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CVNL partners with nonprofits to address their unique needs through customized consulting solutions. We offer consulting and training in board governance, assessment and learning, planning and decision making.
Need support to lead effectively and cohesively with vision and skill? We can help! Book some time with our consulting team.
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Looking for other ways to support and educate your board members? Check out this video on 10 Ways to be an Awesome Board Member.