u/DragonfruitNo7745

Hi

I’ve decided to resign from my position as a nonprofit CEO. This is my first go round as a CEO. who do I resign to? All of the officers? Just the president? Do I call for a meeting of the officers? Our next board meeting isn’t til early June but I’d like to let them know asap to give them as much notice as possible to support the transition. If I tell them this week they will have over 3 months notice. In my letter I’m offering the opportunity to temporarily consult to provide additional guidance.

**Edit: not seeking advice on how much notice to give. **

I am the CEO of a nonprofit that has reached a level ineptitude which has paralyzed the organization. We are at an impasse where we need to deal with a failing building, lease negotiations, a capital campaign and while maintaining the day to day of an otherwise successful and impactful organization.

From the outside looking in we are achieving our mission and succeeding. From the (board level) inside looking out, we are a disaster.

I would like ask all of my board members who have overstayed their term limits to move on, which is the majority. Has anyone ever succeeded at doing this? I've been in the nonprofit sector for 20 years and cannot think of another time i've encountered this. I feel I have no other option, and that its in the best interest of the staff, donors and people we serve.