Organizations Gain
Fresh Perspectives & Innovative Ideas
Berkeley Board Fellows contribute new insights with the latest research information about best practices for board impact and management.
High-Quality, Board-Level Project
Fellows design and implement diverse projects in collaboration with the board to enhance governance processes.
Opportunity to Mentor
Board mentors play a critical role in ensuring an enriching learning experience for the Fellows and in shaping the next generation of board leaders.
Partner Testimonials
A Better Way ('25-'26)
The BBF program is extremely well designed. The two fellows assigned to us were extraordinary. They learned about our agency and our board, developed clear recommendations for board development, and supported the review and implementation of clear action steps.
Oakland Asian Cultural Center ('24-'25 & '25-'26)
Their insights and analysis has spurred more openness to change in the organization, as well as a shared conversation in our board development committee. In the process of reviewing the fellows’ findings, we brought in team members from the programs and communications teams, which helped break down silos in the organization. Great work, team!
Oakland Public Education Fund ('25-'26)
It was so helpful to have the Fellows complete a Board Self Assessment for us during this pivotal time. Their analysis was spot on and is going to help us to structure our Board Retreat in the Summer. I am in the weeds of the work of the Board so this time set aside by a neutral party was incredibly valuable to us.