Recruiting the right trustees is an important first step in building an effective charity board. But good governance doesn’t stop there.
Trustees also need the right tools and guidance to help them run effective meetings, understand their responsibilities, keep good records and stay on top of important deadlines.
We’ve come across a useful collection of free charity governance resources from The Committee Room, created by Rachel Wall, a chartered governance professional with experience supporting boards and trustees across the charity, education and corporate sectors.
Free resources for charities and trustees
The resources are designed to make the practical side of charity governance simpler and include:
– Board meeting and minutes templates
– Action trackers and compliance calendars
– A new trustee induction pack
– Guidance on trustee duties and responsibilities
– Advice on annual returns and records retention
– Practical guidance on recruiting trustees
They’re written in plain English and are designed to be useful for both new and experienced trustees, as well as those supporting charity boards.
Why good governance matters
Good governance gives trustees the confidence and information they need to make effective decisions and provide appropriate oversight.
It doesn’t have to be complicated. Often, it’s about getting the basics right, running well-structured meetings, recording decisions and actions clearly, understanding trustee responsibilities and keeping on top of key requirements.
Having simple, practical resources to support this can make a real difference, particularly for smaller charities with limited time and resources.
Explore the resources
The Committee Room’s resources are free to access, with no sign-up required.
👉 Explore the free charity governance resources: thecommitteeroom.co.uk/resources
At Trustees Unlimited, we believe that finding the right trustees is just the beginning. Strong boards also need the knowledge, confidence and practical support to work effectively.
We hope these resources provide a useful starting point for charities and trustees looking to strengthen their governance.
