Duty of Loyalty

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Last Updated on June 9, 2026 by Hannah Seeley

Conflicts of interest put a board member’s needs above those of your members and the organization. That’s why all board members are required to have a duty of loyalty. With this responsibility, they can’t prioritize their interests above those of the organization. During elections, this duty ensures that board members make objective decisions in the members’ best interests.