Learn about the different types of meetings and how you can work to make them effective
Learn about what the structure of the board looks like and what to consider when reviewing
Learn about what conflicts of interest are and how to work through them
Learn which decisions stay with the board, what you can delegate and to who.
Learn how to keep clear records of who holds decision-making authority.
Learn about how to navigate strategic and operational problems and where the responsibility is located
Learn more about the key areas boards and trustees are responsible for
All trustees must take responsibility for decisions that benefit their charity
All trustees are responsible for shaping the culture of their board and charity
We launched a new campaign in the summer of 2023 to help trustees and charity leaders consider the environmental impact of their charities’ investments
Resources, events, support and information on the big issues affecting small charities
Our chief executive Sarah Vibert celebrates the start of Trustees' Week and shares our plans
Our policy and public affairs manager, Chris Walker, summarises the announcements from the King's Speech likely to impact our sector
Explore why diversity is a key area of reflection for your trustee board and what needs to happen to make a board truly diverse
Read our open letter calling on the chancellor to ensure charities can continue providing essential services for communities
Why the government must act to cover the true cost of charities delivering public services
An update on what's happening in Westminster. Find out what the King’s Speech and government reshuffle means for charities
The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary
Lessons from Trustees’ Week 2023 and upcoming dates for your diary
An English version of the Charity Essentials tool, which can help you do a basic health check on how your organisation is performing
A Welsh version of the Charity Essentials tool, which can help you do a basic health check on how your organisation is performing
This page helps you get started in improving your organisations’ approach to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Using the Equality Act to understand your legal duties
This page is about how to respond to discrimination occurring in your organisation.
Risk management is a vital (and legal) responsibility for charity trustees. This page covers an introduction to the risk management process and the role insurance plays in protecting your organisation.
Principles that support charities to recognise and resolve ethical issues and conflicts, and make charities safer
Learn about what governance is and how it applies to charities
Learn about what a board is and how it works