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 about what matters are reserved for the board, in what situations you can delegate and to who
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
Trustees must make sure their charity’s money is safe and used properly
Trustees should think carefully about how to secure income for their charity
Practical ways to take part in Small Charity Week – from sharing your story to getting free training, funding support and expert advice.
A new report by NCVO and ACEVO sets out six key recommendations to make the Civil Society Covenant meaningful, based on feedback from over 1,000 organisations.
Explore how the 2025 Spending Review affects charities – including changes to welfare, school meals, NICs and local government funding.
More information on eLearning resources, tools and systems
Use this page to learn about getting good survey response rates, get tips on survey design and compare different survey platforms.
Advice on how to choose digital tools for your voluntary organisation
Use this page to understand why you should plan software selection and how you should approach it.
Use this page to learn about the first steps you should take before you begin to think about new software. They help you set out what you already know.
Use this page to help you prioritise the things that matter most to your organisation and the people who'll use the new technology.
How to compare and consider different digital tools and software
Use this page to understand how to create a comparison grid (or assessment framework) and make decisions around digital tools
How to test and learn to make sure you're using the right tools in the right way
Use this page for practical tips on ways to drive software and technology adoption within your organisation.