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How does the ownership of the local board fit with the national movement?

2/15/2012 By admin in Category Organization,Structure

There are several ways of looking at this relationship.  First would be through the eyes of the "Charter Covenant".   The Charter Covenant spells out the formal agreement between the local chapter and YFC/USA.  It expresses a series of promises and expectations that both commit to fulfill in order read more...


Hiring and firing of staff - How involved should the board be?

1/20/2012 By admin

This is an interesting question and the answer is somewhat dependent on the size and structure of the Chapter. In small chapters the board may be more hands on. In a large chapter their involvement read more...

Fundraising: Our Executive Director wants us to do more, but isn’t that their job?

12/16/2011 By admin

By Howie - Your question raises two points: First, the board and the staff must work together to ensure adequate funds are raised to support the local ministry. The board should be willing to read more...

Step Down - How do we honor long time board members while moving into the future to reach new kids?

11/17/2011 By Howie

This can be and usually is a sticky, sensitive point and must be handled with the upmost care. For me the best way to handle this is to initiate/update a strategic plan. Part of the process should read more...

Is it ok to have a board member rent space for his business in the YFC center?

10/31/2011 By Howie

Generally speaking I would say no! This could expose the chapter and the board member to a conflict of interest or at least the appearance. Also, you must consider how this might appear to other read more...


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