Empower your board to become confident ambassadors and active partners in fundraising success.
Board engagement plays a critical role in building a strong culture of philanthropy and long-term organizational sustainability. This session explores the board’s role in fundraising and how nonprofit leaders can better engage board members in meaningful, mission-driven ways. Participants will learn strategies to clarify expectations, leverage individual strengths, and build board confidence around fundraising, relationship-building, and community engagement.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the board’s role and responsibilities in nonprofit fundraising
Learn strategies to increase board engagement and participation in fundraising efforts
Explore ways to align board members’ strengths, networks, and interests with fundraising activities
Build approaches to strengthen board confidence in donor and community conversations
Develop strategies to create a stronger culture of philanthropy across the organization
Meet Your Trainer: Tim Strauch is the President & CEO of OneOC in Orange County, California, where he has leveraged his strategic leadership to support over 950 organizations. With more than 30 years in nonprofit leadership, Tim has guided individuals and organizations to achieve their highest potential and amplify community impact. He serves on the California Volunteers Commission and collaborates with national committees through Points of Light. A key figure in the Service Enterprise program, Tim has helped over 150 organizations nationwide enhance their volunteer engagement. Previously, he held various leadership roles at the YMCA, including Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer. Tim’s expertise spans leadership development, operations, board and volunteer advancement, fundraising, and strategic planning. He holds a master’s degree in athletic administration from Florida State University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California.
