Agents of Nonprofit
A weekly podcast interviewing everyday superheroes and the services and technologies they provide to nonprofits. The goal is to inform nonprofit organizations about ideas, services, and products that can help.
Agents of Nonprofit
Having a Servant's Heart on a Non-Profit Board with Lindsay McGuire
In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, we have a captivating conversation with Lindsay McGuire, a seasoned board member with a passion for diverse causes. We unravel the world of board membership, its profound impact on personal growth, and it's significance in the nonprofit sector. Lindsay shares her journey from a local food bank intern to contributing to boards like Make-A-Wish and Junior League of Indianapolis.
This episode provides valuable insights into the multifaceted world of nonprofit board membership, offering a compelling narrative that encourages personal growth, community building, and impactful service.
Topics We Cover:
- Lindsay's personal journey rooted in her mother's influence, sparking her love for service and community
- The motivations behind becoming a board member, emphasizing the opportunity to align with passion areas and contribute to causes beyond one's daily careers
- The self-development aspect of board service
- Sense of community and connection that board service fosters, uniting like-minded individuals to work toward shared goals
- Setting clear expectations for board members, advising potential candidates to seek clarity on time commitments, financial contributions, and specific roles within the organization
- Representation of the audience being served, diversity of age on the board, and overall board diversity
- The need for boards to modernize their approach, making meetings more accessible and efficient
To Learn More and Connect with Lindsay:
Lindsay McGuire on LinkedIn
Junior League
Further Listening: Lindsay on Unpopular Opinion Podcast