Answer: Since this is a board related issue, and policies such as these are spelled out in an organization's bylaws, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions on these subjects.
Where can I find information on nonprofit boards?provides links to online and print resources held by our libraries. One resource listed, BoardSource, is an excellent site for this type of information.
Where can I find information on bylaws for nonprofits? is helpful as well, as it links to specific examples of bylaws posted on the Internet.
You can do a keyword search of the Center's Catalog of Nonprofit Literature using the phrase "conflict* of interest" to create a list of items available for your review in our New York library.
For those of you who haven't visited us in person, the New York library/learning center is located at 79 Fifth Avenue at 16th Street and is open to the public without charge. Look here for directions and hours.
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Rob Bruno, Reference Librarian, Foundation Center-New York
