Birketts Charities Team’s Post

Would you and your fellow trustees benefit from reading the Charity Commission's new "Charity trustee welcome pack"? Today the Charity Commission has published a welcome pack for new charity trustees. The pack includes a very high-level overview of some of the fundamental aspects of being a charity trustee and should be read in conjunction with other more detailed Charity Commission guidance, including The Essential Trustee. For anyone keen to review the pack or send it out to trustees, here is the link: https://lnkd.in/ePS2un2A For anyone who has reviewed the pack, did you find it helpful? Let us know in the comments below. #BirkettsCharitiesTeam #Birkettsllp #Charities #CharityCommission #

📢🌟It's Trustees week! Whether you're a new or experienced trustee, the charity commissions guidance will help you increase your knowledge and understanding so that you can fulfil your trustee role with confidence. Each of their 5-minute guides below gives short and clear advice on the key topics all trustees need to know. Take 5 minutes a day to read the series. You can also read their recently updated main guidance on charity governance, which provides support for you to effectively govern your charity. #trusteesweek #charitycommission #charityboards #charitygovernance #tppleadershipandgovernance

This is a really great free resource from ICAEW. Targeted at UK charity trustees, but with much that is relevant for board members of non-profits anywhere in the world. 2 videos of 30 and 40 minutes, just click to watch. Please share with your board members! For example I love these 6 main duties: ✅Ensure the NPO is carrying out is purposes for public benefit ✅Comply with relevant laws ✅Act in the NPO's best interest (manage any conflicts of interest) ✅Ensure the NPO is accountable ✅Manage the NPO's resources responsibly ✅Act with reasonable skill and care #governance #responsibility #financial #nonprofit

As the new academic year begins, it’s the perfect time for charities to reflect and refresh their practices. Whether it’s ensuring compliance with new legislation, reviewing your governance structure, or assessing the skills and resources available to you, now is the time to make sure your charity is set up for success. Wondering what key areas your charity should focus on? We've outlined the essential checks your charity should be doing right now to stay ahead. Click the link below to read more and make sure your charity is ready for the year ahead! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gj_ckyJb #charity #laceyssolicitors #solicitors #legaladvice #solicitor #expertadvice #poole #bournemouth #dorset #poolesolicitors #bournemouthsolicitors

Are you familiar with the rules for investing your charity’s money? The Charity Commission’s guidance (named CC14) helps trustees with this important responsibility. Here are the five key takeaways that you should know. #charity #charitableinvestments #trusteesweek #cc14

In his latest article, Daniel Woodcock from our Charity & Not-for-Profit team discusses the reasons and process for removing a charity trustee. https://lnkd.in/g7K_unHF #PeopleDriven #LegalExcellence #CharityLaw #Trustees

How to Avoid Charity Scams This Holiday Season: Tips for Safe and Smart Giving Learn how to avoid holiday charity scams, verify legitimate organizations, and protect your donations while giving wisely this season. https://lnkd.in/gFF8XNZX #Charity #Charityscams #GivingTips #HolidayCharity #holidaygiving #ProtectYourDonations #SafeDonations #smartgiving

Did you know that using a Virtual Assistant as part of your charity resources is a great way to ensure that budgets aren’t blown? You will only be invoiced for the time the VA’s services are used. Find out more in our blog 3 Ways a VA Can Help a Charity https://buff.ly/4f1K2PD #VirtualAssistant #VA #Charity #Admin