Board drift is one of the most common—and least recognized—governance challenges in the nonprofit sector. Drift does not come from neglect. It comes from success, urgency, and good intentions.
As nonprofits grow, boards respond to opportunity. Decisions accumulate. Scope expands. Over time, clarity is replaced by habit.
This is where Impact Governance matters most.
Impact Governance anchors board governance in explicit accountability. Boards evaluate decisions against outcomes and assets rather than reacting to pressure or momentum. Drift becomes visible early—before it becomes costly.
Warning signs include:
- Heavier meetings
- Deferred decisions
- Personal disagreement
- Uneven engagement
These are not failures. They are signals that governance clarity is missing.
Many nonprofit consultants in the United States encounter boards at this exact moment. The solution is not restructuring—it is re-anchoring accountability.
To understand how asset protection plays a role in drift prevention, SEE OUR ARTICLE: “Board Governance That Protects What Matters Most.”
Drift is predictable. Clarity is preventable.
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