Nonprofit Succession Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide to Protect Your Organization

When your executive director leaves unexpectedly, will your nonprofit survive? This practical guide shows you exactly how to prepare for leadership transitions before they happen. You'll get ready-to-use tools for identifying key positions at risk, developing your current staff into future leaders, and creating emergency backup plans. Whether you run a small grassroots organization or manage a large nonprofit, you'll find scalable strategies that fit your budget and timeline. Includes assessment worksheets, development templates, and board governance checklists. Stop hoping your leaders will stay forever—start building the leadership pipeline that will keep your mission moving forward no matter what changes come your way.

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