SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR BOARD MEMBERSHIP Before joining the board or committee of a nonprofit, ask yourself the following questions to determine your level of commitment and contribution to the organization: Agency Expertise I understand and support the purpose, goals and programs of the agency. (Necessary to formulate effective policy)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Management Expertise I will strengthen the agency’s ability to function effectively. (Necessary to evaluate and improve management systems)  Highly Qualified  Qualified   Minimally Community Involvement I provide a link to community organizations, businesses and groups with which the agency may want to work. (Necessary to facilitate collaboration)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Recognition My identification with this board will have a positive impact on the community’s awareness of the agency. (Necessary to develop favorable public image)  Highly Qualified  Qualified   Minimally Financial Impact I will provide and/or generate financial support for the agency. (Necessary to financial stability and growth)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Agency Commitment I will demonstrate commitment through leadership, financial support and participation in agency programs, activities, committees and meetings.  (Necessary to stability, continuity and good decision-making)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Community Representation I represent or can speak to the interests and needs of relevant groups or areas of the community. (Necessary for input and support from the whole community)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Specific Service I will provide specialized skills, services or contacts to the agency. (Necessary to increasing agency efficiency and effectiveness)  Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Personal Qualifications I demonstrate qualities of integrity, commitment and leadership. (Necessary for effectively fulfilling all the responsibilities of a board position)   Highly Qualified   Qualified   Minimally Copy courtesy of United Way of King County