Board Governance 101
Febrero 26th | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Whether you serve on a nonprofit board, work closely with one, or are considering board service in the future, this interactive training will build your understanding of how effective nonprofit governance works—and why it matters.
In this engaging, in-person session facilitated by Maggie Martinelli, MBA, you’ll explore the core principles of nonprofit board governance and gain practical insight into how boards and staff work together to advance mission, strengthen accountability, and increase community impact.
What You’ll Learn
Grounded in BoardSource’s nationally recognized framework, this session explores the Ten Core Responsibilities of nonprofit boards, organized around three essential governance functions:
- Providing oversight (ensuring ethical and legal accountability)
- Securing resources (helping your organization thrive financially)
- Setting strategy (guiding mission, vision, and long-term direction)
You’ll also gain clarity on:
- What governance really means—and how it differs from day-to-day management
- How boards partner effectively with executive leadership and staff
- How strong governance supports equity, transparency, and long-term impact
Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for:
- New or aspiring board members
- Seasoned board members who want a stronger governance foundation
- Executive Directors who orient, support, and work alongside their boards
Whether you’re just starting your board journey or looking to elevate your impact, this training gives you the tools and insights to serve with confidence and clarity. Register today and take the next step toward effective nonprofit leadership!
Registration is required. There is no cost to attend this complimentary training. Dinner will be provided.
About The Facilitator
Maggie Martinelli serves as the Chief Financial and Operating Officer at the Scranton Area Community Foundation, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the Foundation’s mission to build a strong and vibrant community. Since joining the Foundation in 2016, she helped establish nearly 200 charitable funds and facilitated the distribution of over $40 million in grants and scholarships.
Maggie oversees a broad range of operational, financial, and investment activities, as well as initiatives, including capacity-building support for nonprofit organizations, a women’s giving circle, and strategic community impact projects focused on workforce development, housing, transportation, and other critical social issues.
Beyond her professional role, Maggie is a dedicated community leader and volunteer. She has served on the boards of six organizations, including as President of the Junior League of Scranton and Cinderella’s Closet of NEPA. She currently serves as the Township Auditor in her hometown of Glenburn. Her commitment to service has earned her recognition on the Northeast Pennsylvania Business Journal’s Top 20 Under 40 list, as well as multiple Junior League honors, including the Association of Junior Leagues International’s Rising Star Award.
Maggie holds a B.S. in Biology and an M.B.A. in Operations and Healthcare Management, both from the University of Scranton. She has received a Certificate of Nonprofit Board Consulting from BoardSource.
She resides in Glenburn with her husband, Eric, and their beloved puppies, Rosie and Pippa.