Since their release in 2007, the Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice have helped thousands of organizations across the nonprofit community strengthen their operations. Now, the Principles Workbook: Steering Your Board Toward Good Governance and Ethical Practice provides further support for nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs committed to examining and improving their governance practices.

Developed in partnership with BoardSource, the nation’s leading resource on nonprofit governance, the Principles Workbook provides further support for nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs committed to examining and improving their governance practices.

The Workbook distills the core concepts in each of the 33 principles identified by the Panel on the Nonprofit Sector, and suggests points for board and staff to discuss about their current practices. Progress worksheets accompanying each of the four sections assist nonprofits and foundations in making plans and recording their progress.

The Workbook will make it easier for boards of directors and staff leaders to assess the areas where their organizations are doing well and where there is room for improvement. We encourage you to download a free copy of the Workbook from the Independent Sector website, or order print copies from BoardSource.