How I found my confidence as a trustee, and why our Board Building Fund can help others do the same Having worked in the charity sector for more than 20 years, I had spent plenty of time sitting on one side of the table at board meetings. I understood what a trustee meeting looked like, but I had never actually been a trustee myself. Working for Wirral CVS as Volunteer Programme Manager reminded me that volunteering really is something everyone should have the opportunity to

Introducing the Wirral CVS Board Building Fund, and what you need to know to apply Trustees are fundamental to the strength of a charity. They hold responsibility for its purpose, governance, finances and long-term direction, while giving their time voluntarily to help an organisation serve its community well. It's an important role, but not always an easy one. Trustees may join a board with deep professional or lived experience while being less familiar with a particular asp

A refreshed and practical approach to strengthening governance across the charity sector The Charity Governance Code was introduced several years ago alongside a practical toolkit designed to support trustees in strengthening the way their charities are governed. It quickly became an invaluable resource, providing clear guidance on what good governance looks like and how it can be achieved in practice. However, for some trustee boards, the structure of the original Code could

Celebrating Wirral’s trustees with an evening of food, fun and friendly competition Each year, Trustees Week shines a spotlight on the vital role that trustees play in the success of charities and community organisations across the UK. Trustees are the volunteers who guide and govern charitable organisations, ensuring they remain true to their mission, use resources responsibly and deliver meaningful impact for their communities. Taking place this year from 3–7 November 2025