The Successful Family Philanthropy Board Chair: Leading with Passion and Purpose

The Successful Family Foundation Board Chair equips board chairs and those who work with and support them with information about the roles, responsibilities, and opportunities of the board chair position, including how it is a vital component of effective governance and, ultimately, foundations’ impact. Drawing on interviews with more than 60 chairs and family foundation CEOs, the report examines the practices and culture that support effective board leadership as well as common pitfalls.