Building Fair & Accountable Governance for Nonprofits
At Patterson & Olivera, we believe strong nonprofit governance is the foundation of organizational success. Our governance consulting and training services help nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and institutions build boards and leadership teams that are fair, accountable, and representative of the communities they serve.
Key Services & Focus Areas
Through hands-on workshops, governance scorecards, and tailored strategies, we help your organization:
Strengthen Board Accountability & Oversight: Enhance your board's performance and decision-making processes.
Promote Inclusive Leadership: Build leadership teams and governance structures that are diverse and representative.
Boost Transparency: Create governance systems that are transparent, ethical, and community-responsive.
Align with Mission: Ensure your board's actions align with your mission-driven outcomes and long-term sustainability goals.
What's Included
Our services are customized to your needs and may include:
Comprehensive Board Assessment: An in-depth evaluation of your current governance structure and effectiveness.
Custom Governance Scorecard: A practical tool to help your board track progress and measure accountability.
On-site & Virtual Workshops: Engaging training sessions on best practices in governance, ethics, and board roles.
Governance Toolkit: Ready-to-use templates for bylaws, board handbooks, and policy guidelines.
Actionable Recommendations: A clear roadmap with strategic recommendations for board development and improvement.
Who This Is For
Our governance services are ideal for:
Nonprofit Boards seeking to improve accountability, performance, and board diversity.
Executive Teams looking to build a stronger, more collaborative relationship with their board.
Foundations and Grantmakers aiming to enhance their own governance or support their grantees in building stronger boards.
Organizations undergoing restructuring, leadership transitions, or preparing for significant growth.
Investment
Pricing is tailored based on the scope of the engagement, from one-day workshops to long-term governance reform projects. Please contact us for a custom quote that meets your organization's specific needs.