Trustee boards have ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs
of a charity, and ensuring that it is solvent, well-run, and that it meets the needs for which it has been set up.
Individuals with all kinds of skills can sit on a trustee board – from trained accountants and lawyers to experienced parents or carers. The best boards are made up of a wide variety of motivated people, all who share a common interest in the charity’s services and success.
The time commitment needed to become a trustee varies from organisation to organisation. Most organisations hold committee meetings every couple of months; these are often in the evenings or at a time that is convenient to all members.
Find out more by contacting your local Volunteer Centre or use the advanced search to find trustee roles in your local area.
Further information about trusteeship is available from:
- Information sheet from Volunteer Centres – Essex.
- The Essential Trustee – Charity Commission guide.
- Getting involved in your community at www.direct.gov.uk
- Trustee information from the National Council for Voluntary Organisations.