How to Create a Committee Charter for your Nonprofit Organization

How to Create a Committee Charter for your Nonprofit Organization

The Committee Charter is a key element of a successful oversight group and outlines the authority, roles, and responsibilities of the committee. Committee Charters help ensure you’re meeting your fiduciary duties.

Key elements of a well-constructed committee charter include:

  • Introduction
    Outlines the structure and purpose of the charter.

  • Clearly Defined Purpose
    Outlines the overall purpose of the committee.

  • Who Comprises the Committee
    Number of members and terms.

  • Roles & Responsibilities
    Defines the authority and duties of the committee.

  • Organizational Information
    Defines how the committee will function (structure, meeting frequency, etc).

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