Prompt Library: Board Development and Communication

Board Development

1. Recruitment Email:
   "Write an email inviting [specific audience, e.g., community leaders, professionals] to join the board of [nonprofit name]. Highlight the organization's mission and the role’s benefits."

2. Board Role Description:
   "Draft a clear and concise role description for [specific board position, e.g., treasurer, fundraising chair], outlining responsibilities, expectations, and time commitment."

3. Onboarding Welcome Packet:
   "Create a list of essential items for a new board member onboarding packet, including an introduction letter, organizational overview, and key policies."

4. Board Meeting Agenda Template:
   "Write a template for a board meeting agenda that includes key topics like financial updates, program reports, and strategic discussions."

5. Board Training Invitation:
   "Draft an invitation email for a training session on [specific topic, e.g., governance, fundraising] tailored for board members."

6. Board Member Recruitment Social Post:
   "Create a social media post recruiting board members for [nonprofit name]. Highlight the impact they can have and link to more details or an application form."

7. Annual Board Retreat Invitation:
   "Write an email inviting board members to attend an annual retreat, including details on location, agenda, and goals for the retreat."

8. Board Diversity Statement:
   "Draft a statement explaining [nonprofit name]’s commitment to building a diverse and inclusive board, emphasizing its importance to achieving the organization’s mission."

Board Communication

1. Meeting Reminder Email:
   "Write a reminder email for an upcoming board meeting, including the date, time, location, and an attachment or link to the agenda."

2. Board Meeting Minutes Template:
   "Create a template for documenting board meeting minutes, including sections for attendance, discussions, decisions, and action items."

3. Quarterly Update to the Board:
   "Draft a quarterly update email to board members summarizing recent accomplishments, challenges, and upcoming priorities."

4. Board Member Recognition:
   "Write a thank-you message or social media post recognizing a board member’s contributions to [nonprofit name]. Highlight their specific impact."

5. Board Feedback Request:
   "Draft an email asking board members for feedback on [specific topic, e.g., strategic planning, meeting structure]. Include a link to a short survey."

6. Crisis Communication for the Board:
   "Write a message to inform board members about [specific issue or crisis], providing context, steps being taken, and ways they can assist."

7. Annual Impact Report for the Board:
   "Draft an annual impact report specifically tailored for board members, focusing on organizational achievements, financial performance, and future goals."

8. Board Member Engagement Strategy:
   "Create a strategy for keeping board members actively engaged, including regular updates, opportunities for involvement, and recognition."