Website: https://leadingwithintent.org/
Leading with Intent (LWI) is BoardSource’s signature research initiative on nonprofit board leadership since 1994. We recognize that the sector is eager for research and are pleased to share the initial findings from our 2023 survey after a thoughtful review and production process. Given all the shifts in the sector and the integration of our new Theory of Practice, we took the opportunity to reimagine how we present the data to be more dynamic and responsive to the feedback we received. Here, we are pleased to share the latest findings, even as we prepare to launch an updated survey in 2026.
Starting with our 2023 survey data, we will change how we share our findings—moving from a single comprehensive report to a dynamic series of focused, visually engaging briefs. The shift to targeted briefs is a direct response to nonprofit leaders’ need for relevant and practical insights that support board effectiveness and engagement that are more easily digested. These briefs will deliver concise, actionable content to help boards navigate complex challenges and lead with clarity and purpose.
Explore the Participant Profile and Methodology briefs now to understand who serves on the board and what nonprofit organizations are represented in the last survey. Discover dashboards and insights you can use right now, and join us in shaping the future of nonprofit board leadership.