Spokes | Resources for Nonprofits

Find Us On Social Media:

  • About Spokes
    • About Spokes
    • Annual Report
    • Meet Our Expert Volunteer Faculty
    • Staff & Board of Directors
    • News
    • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Organizational Membership FAQs
    • Spokes’ Privacy Policy
    • Support Spokes
      • Our Generous Donors
  • Membership
    • Membership Benefits
    • Our List of Members
    • What Members Are Saying
    • Member Success Stories
  • Services
    • SLO County Nonprofits Get it Done
    • Nonprofit Board Service
    • Major Nonprofit Events
    • Starting a Nonprofit
    • Meeting Spaces
    • Special Resources for Uncertain Times
    • General Nonprofit Resources
  • Login
  • Contact Us
  • Volunteer
  • Classes/Workshops
  • Job Board
    • Job Board

Six Steps to Stronger Board Recruitment

September 21, 2025 by Jordan Jerkovich

Here at Spokes, we often hear from nonprofits that one of their biggest challenges is finding and recruiting new board members. This article from The Chronicle of Philanthropy shares six practical steps to strengthen your recruitment prcess—from setting clear expectations, prioritizing mission passion, expanding what “fundraising experience” really means, and avoiding common pitfalls.

Read more HERE.

Article Categories

  • Financial and Legal
  • Fundraising
  • Governance
    • Board Development
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing & Communication
  • For Board Members
  • For Executive Directors
  • For Staff and Volunteers

DISCLAIMER: Spokes offers informed advice and recommendations, not professional counsel. Blog content is current as of the date shown. Individual posts are not necessarily updated, so please confirm the accuracy of the information, especially of older posts.

Popular Topics

"executive committee" board Board governance board of directors California nonprofits charity communication compensation donations donors employees financial fundraising Governance grants leadership marketing nonprofit nonprofit management nonprofits philanthropy policy productivity Professional Development recruitment reserve spokes succession planning taxes volunteers

Member Testimonial

As Spokes members since 2020, our organization experienced firsthand the invaluable support and resources Spoke’s provides. From director round tables to workshops, even during the challenges of COVID-19, Spokes and their team has remained steadfast in its commitment to nurturing and empowering non-profits like ours. We are incredibly grateful for their unwavering dedication, which has been instrumental in our sustainability and growth. Thank you, Spokes, for being an essential partner on our journey.

Zabrina Cox
President/CEO
Central Coast Childbirth Network

What Else Are Members Saying?

Learn about Spokes membership

Guiding nonprofits to achieve their goals through support and expert resources.

How Can We Make A Difference Together?

Spokes welcomes local professionals who would like to share their expertise in support of the nonprofit sector.

Get Started Contributing

Recent Articles

  • Changes to Medi-Cal & CalFresh Requirements
  • What CRM Are Local Nonprofits Using?
  • Leadership Change Is Inevitable, Preparation Is Optional

Copyright © 2026 Spokes | Resources for Nonprofits. All Rights Reserved.
PO Box 5122, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403
Hosting by NDIC.
Photography by Nicole Boughton.