Welcome to the Nebraska Extension Board Member Digital Handbook
Thank you for serving as a member of your local Extension Board.
County Extension Boards ensure Extension remains locally relevant, responsive, accessible, and accountable through connecting community priorities with university resources.
Whether you are a newly elected board member or a long-time volunteer leader, this resource center provides the information, tools, and resources needed to support your service.
Together, Extension Boards help strengthen Nebraska communities through education, engagement, and partnerships.
Digital Handbook
New Board Members
Section 1
Complete your orientation and learn the basics of Extension board service.
Orientation ResourcesDigital Handbook
Understanding Nebraska Extension
Section 2
Learn about the history and current structure of Extension.
Exploring ExtensionDigital Handbook
Driving Success in your Board Member Role
Section 3
Learn about governance, advocacy, financial stewardship, and community engagement.
Board Member ResponsibilitiesDigital Handbook
Meetings & Governance
Section 4
Resources for agendas, motions, minutes, bylaws, and Open Meetings compliance.
Meeting ResourcesDigital Handbook
Finance & Budget
Section 5
Learn how Extension is funded and how boards support fiscal accountability.
Finance ResourcesDigital Handbook
Advocacy & Community Engagement
Section 6
Tools and resources to help advocate for Extension and build community partnerships.
Engagement ResourcesDigital Handbook
Nebraska Association of County Extension Boards (NACEB)
Section 7
Connect with board members across Nebraska and learn about leadership opportunities.
NACEB ResourcesDigital Handbook
Tools & Templates
Section 8
Explore helpful resources to support and strengthen your local Extension Board.
Toolkit ResourcesDigital Handbook
Frequently Asked Questions
Section 9
See the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
FAQ ResourcesWe're Here to Help
Questions about your role, meetings, resources, or training? Contact your local Extension office.