Nonprofit 101
This type of IRS designation is most common for charitable organizations.
What is 501(c)(3)?)
The board’s role is to provide this type of guidance rather than day-to-day management.
What is governance?
This condition is marked by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.
What is depression?
A statement that explains why a program exists and who it serves.
What is a mission statement?
The legally responsible group overseeing a nonprofit’s activities.
What is the board of directors?
The board’s legal responsibilities are often summarized as the duties of care, loyalty, and ____.
What is obedience?
This term describes the negative stereotypes about mental illness or substance use.
What is stigma?
The process of securing financial resources from grants, donors, or events.
What is fundraising?
This document outlines an organization’s mission, vision, and values.
What is the strategic plan?
Approving the annual budget is an example of this board function.
What is fiscal oversight?
This federal agency leads public health efforts to advance behavioral health in the U.S.
What is SAMHSA – the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration?
The main purpose of a nonprofit organization is to serve this, rather than make a profit.
What is the public good or community need?
The process of ensuring an organization meets all legal and ethical obligations.
What is compliance?
When a board and CEO work together respectfully toward shared goals, this healthy dynamic exists.
What is a strong board-executive partnership?
The chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking despite harmful consequences.
What is addiction?
The person hired by the board to lead the daily operations of a nonprofit.
Who is the Executive Director or CEO?
The federal form nonprofits must file annually to maintain tax-exempt status.
What is the Form 990?
This is the written agreement or document that clearly defines the expectations, duties, and commitments of a board member.
What is a board member job description?
This life-saving medication can reverse an opioid overdose.
What is naloxone or Narcan?
This document, often called “rules of the road,” governs how a nonprofit board operates and makes decisions.
What are bylaws?