Governance
Next Roots Housing Initiative is governed by a Board of Directors that provides fiduciary oversight, strategic direction, and policy governance to ensure mission alignment, ethical leadership, and accountability.
Board Oversight
The Board of Directors is responsible for organizational governance, financial stewardship, and ensuring the organization operates in accordance with its mission, bylaws, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Approves budgets and reviews financial performance
- Adopts and reviews key governance and operational policies
- Provides strategic guidance and partnership support
- Monitors program outcomes and organizational effectiveness
Fiduciary Duties
Act in good faith, prepare for meetings, and make informed decisions.
Put the organization’s interests first and avoid conflicts of interest.
Ensure alignment with mission, bylaws, and legal/ethical standards.
Protect sensitive organizational and participant information.
Board Officers
- Chair: Provides leadership to the Board, supports agenda-setting, and ensures effective governance.
- Treasurer: Oversees financial reporting, budget review, and fiscal accountability.
- Secretary: Ensures accurate meeting minutes, records retention, and governance documentation.
Officer assignments and terms are maintained in the organization’s governance records.
Committees
Committees strengthen governance by providing focused oversight and recommendations.
- Finance Committee: Budgeting, financial oversight, internal controls
- Development Committee: Fundraising strategy, donor engagement, grant readiness
- Programs Committee: Program model oversight, retention outcomes, quality improvement
Meeting Cadence
- Board meetings occur on a regular schedule to review priorities, financials, and program progress.
- Committees meet as needed to advance work plans and provide recommendations to the full Board.
Key Governance Policies
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Whistleblower Policy
- Document Retention & Destruction Policy
- Code of Ethics / Conduct
- Financial Controls & Approval Thresholds
Contact
Questions about governance, partnerships, or organizational documentation can be directed to: info@nextrootshousinginitiative.org