Governance for Non-Profit Organizations

Supporting mission‑driven organizations with strong, human‑centered governance to ensure long‑term sustainability.

A unique reality

Non‑profit organizations operate within a distinct ecosystem: demanding social missions, limited resources, essential volunteer engagement, evolving regulatory requirements, and heightened expectations for transparency. Truly understanding these realities requires far more than legal knowledge—it calls for genuine, hands‑on experience within the non‑profit environment.

At Delegatus, several of our professionals have served as in‑house counsel for non‑profit organizations, working closely with client teams on a day‑to‑day basis. This deep familiarity with the sector enables us to fully appreciate the practical challenges facing executive directors, boards of directors and operational teams, and to deliver solutions that seamlessly combine real‑world experience with high‑level legal expertise.

Whether you are a growing non‑profit organization, an established foundation or a community‑based organization dedicated to its mission, we are here to support you. With empathy, rigour and a thorough understanding of the non‑profit ecosystem, we become your strategic partners in building governance that is both exemplary and human‑centered.

Our strength

Bringing together legal expertise and in‑depth knowledge of the non‑profit ecosystem to deliver governance solutions that are tailored, pragmatic and aligned with your mission.

Strengthening solid foundations and establishing sound governance

Whether it involves reviewing decision-making structures, clarifying the roles and responsibilities of board members, implementing internal policies, providing governance training or much more, we help strengthen the foundations that support your organization’s credibility and long-term sustainability. Our professionals work closely with your team to implement governance practices that are sound, transparent and engaging.

Rely on our expertise to elevate your organization

In addition to comprehensive governance support, we offer specialized services designed specifically for non-profit organizations

Board skills matrix development, and selection and evaluation of board members for non‑profits

Governance training for non‑profit board members: “Board Governance: Understanding the Why, the What, and the How”

Support in planning and conducting annual and special general meetings for non‑profit organizations

Implementation of an annual evaluation process for the board of directors and the executive director

Development of integrated risk management and internal control policies

And much more!