Latinos LEAD (Latinos for Leadership Excellence and Diversity)

Latinos LEAD (Latinos for Leadership Excellence And Diversity) seeks to increase the representation of Latinos on charitable sector governing boards. Recruiting and preparing qualified Latinos for board service helps nonprofit organizations more effectively serve their constituents, contributing to an improved quality of life for all Americans. Operating Principles: - Our work is evidence-based: Studies consistently show that charitable services have greater impact when nonprofits are led by boards that authentically represent its service constituents and geographic population. - There is a large cohort of talented, qualified Latinos that is willing and able to serve as nonprofit board leaders; our work builds a pipeline between this talent pool and the nonprofit sector. - Latinos are more likely to succeed as board members at organizations that develop inclusive institutional cultures. - Greater Latino representation on nonprofit governing boards will strengthen the charitable sector, advance individual Latino professional development, and fortify Latino community leadership.