October 29, 2026

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How to Build a Trusting Board Chair-CEO Partnership

by Tracy Vanderneck

Strong governance depends on a productive partnership between the board chair and the chief executive. Yet I find board culture and alignment between the board chair and executive continue to be among the most pressing challenges facing nonprofits. How can the two build a trusting partnership?

Understand the Board Chair-CEO Partnership

It is true that the CEO works for the board of directors. They hire the executive, set goals with them and decide on their compensation. The board is essentially the CEO’s boss. It is also true that organizations that run the best have a deep partnership between the board and the CEO, especially between the board chair and the CEO.

How does that work? How do you create a great partnership in a relationship with an inherent power imbalance? It can be done with great intention from both parties.

Build a Culture of Mutual Respect

First, the board chair and the CEO must both believe that ... continue reading...

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

AFP Cincinnati has announced its 2026 National Philanthropy Day Award Winners including a Lifetime Achievement Award in Fundraising to Robert C. Reifsnyder (L) and Philanthropist of the Year to Brad Lindner (R).

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is deeply grateful to The Sutphin Family Foundation for a $12,000 grant to provide assistive technology equipment for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Breakthrough Cincinnati has ended another successful Summer Scholars program. We are grateful to the Henry E. Niles Foundation, Cincinnati Children’s, the Robert H. and Susan F. Castellini Foundation, the Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Christ Church Cathedral Camping and Youth Committee, the Elsa Heisel Sule Foundation, the Millstone Fund, and the Academy of Medicine of Cincinnati for their support.

The 9th Biennial Tri-State Trails Summit is November 12, 8:00am-5:30pm. We’ll explore what it means to create Trails For All and ask a bigger question: What kind of region are we trying to create? Together, we’ll look at how trails and bikeways can connect people and places, strengthen communities, create vibrant shared public spaces, and shape a safer, more connected region. Register and find more information here.

More than $3 million has been invested in GameChangers, an innovative Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati (BBBSGC) mentoring program funded by the Farmer Family Foundation and TQL Foundation that embeds full-time professional mentors in local schools. GameChangers will reach 350 additional youth this fall, with more schools planned for fall 2027.The expansion is part of BBBSGC’s five-year plan to double the number of young people it serves locally.

Transform, Cincinnati's trans youth clothing closet and LGBTQ+ community center, is celebrating a $100,000 grant from Interact for Health as Transform surpasses $1 million in cumulative donations since its founding less than seven years ago.

The Cincinnati Tennis Foundation broke ground Wednesday, October 28, on its new $10 million First Serve Tennis and Education Center at 1920 Tennessee Avenue in Norwood. The year-round facility will offer indoor tennis and pickleball courts, classrooms, mentoring, meals and adaptive sports programs.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) greatly appreciates a $5,000 grant from The Michael Ibold Wilger Foundation to help create more employment positions for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is deeply grateful to George and Mary Jo Budig Family Foundation for a $5,000 grant to provide vision rehabilitation services and equipment for people who are blind or visually impaired.

FUNDING AND RESOURCE OPPORTUNITIES

A new fund established at Horizon Community Foundation of Northern Kentucky will help support the purchase, training, equipment, and ongoing care of K9s serving in law enforcement, public safety and the criminal justice system. The KY K9 Fund was created to help ensure public safety K9 programs have the resources they need to serve their communities, even when local government budgets are strained. From police and bomb-detection K9s to electronic device detection, search and rescue, and courthouse facility K9 teams, these highly trained dogs play an important role in protecting the public. Find more information here.

Please join us virtually on Nov. 2, 2026, 4:00pm-5pm to learn about Impact 100's Letter of Intent and Grant Application process for the 2027 Grant Application Cycle. Nonprofits across the 10-county Greater Cincinnati region may apply for a $100,000 grant. We will review in-depth the steps needed to complete our Letter of Intent, share our overall timeline for our full Grant Cycle, and highlight additional training and resources. Register for the session here and find more information. Letters of Intent will be accepted until December 9, 2026.

SouthWest Ohio GiveCamp is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations seeking technology support, including websites, software applications, and tools to manage donations, inventory, or volunteers. Volunteer technology professionals donate their time and expertise to develop solutions tailored to nonprofits’ needs. Applications are expected to remain open through November 30, 2026. Learn more here or apply directly here.

Are you a Nonprofit Looking for Marketing Support? AMA Cincinnati Agency is a program that pairs marketing professionals with nonprofits and startups in Greater Cincinnati for a 6-month engagement that aims to help grow our economy and build resilience in our community. Selected nonprofits and startups will receive strategic marketing support (e.g. communications planning, digital campaigns, social media, branding) from experienced marketing volunteers. They'll gain tools, resources, and deliverables to help execute their missions or grow their businesses. Find more information here.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Join ProBono Partnership of Ohio on November 18, 1:00pm for the final 2026 Quarterly Employment Webinar Series: Navigating AI Use in Employment Decision-Making. Hear from the experts at KMK Law on important issues faced by nonprofit employers. This session gives an overview of the latest legal developments, practical solutions, and a chance for you to ask your questions live.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Monthly volunteer day with Common Orchard Project is November 21, 9:00am-noon at Camp Washington Perennial Farm. Whether you're a long-time supporter of the Common Orchard Project or brand new to our work, this is a great opportunity to connect with others in the community while helping care for and grow one of our shared orchard spaces. Find all the details here.

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An organization's strategy on artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a strong lever for talent recruitment and retention, according to a new report, as many employees are considering jumping roles in the next year.

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