Trustees of the week

"A fresh line of thinking can be invigorating to the charity - and learning new skills and tackling new topics can be very rewarding for the trustee"

"Talk to other Trustees and become familiar with how things are run: talk to the Staff and get their points of view"

"I .. wanted to find ways to help people less well off who were struggling with the caring role"

"I would suggest that building relationships with individuals and the board as a whole is one important key in being effective"

"I firmly believe that volunteers can make a difference to their local community but also the opportunity for them to gain skills and experience to add to their own personal development".

It never ceases to amaze me how with sound investments relatively little money can go such a long way.

"When you join a Board it is important to acknowledge and respect the organisation’s journey to date even if that has been a rocky one ...."

"Be sure that you are committed to the aims of the charity you want to join, ...... and be clear as to what you feel you have to give to the charity".

"Remember, to park your personal views/prejudices outside but bring in your judgment and experience"

"Be curious and make sure you are really thoroughly briefed on what your charity is doing"