For most professionals, being invited to join a board of directors or advisors for a nonprofit organization is an honor. However, it is not an offer that should be taken without consideration. You’ll need to determine whether your participation will be mutually beneficial for you and the organization.

To help you make that decision, the members of Forbes Nonprofit Council shared their insights. Below are 15 questions they recommend asking yourself before accepting or declining a nonprofit board position.

  1. Will I Make An Impact?
  2. What Can I Bring To The Table?
  3. Do The Organization’s Values Align With My Own?
  4. Does The Board Value Transparency?
  5. Is This A Beneficial Decision For Both Parties?
  6. What Are The Long- And Short-Term Goals Of The Board?
  7. Am I Prepared To Do Everything Required In The Position Description?
  8. Does This Board Hold Others Accountable?
  9. Are The Finances Healthy?
  10. What Motivates The Other Members To Sit On The Board?
  11. Do They Have An Insurance Policy?
  12. What Should I Know Before I Make My Decision?
  13. Does My Current Job Position Align With The Mission Of The Board?
  14. Can The Board Support Its Goals Financially?
  15. Does Joining This Board Pose A Conflict Of Interest?

Read the full article about bring on a nonprofit board from Forbes.