Philanthropy Trustee – South West England
The Westcountry Rivers Trust is looking for a new Trustee. Formed in 1994, the Trust was established to restore Westcountry rivers. Measures to protect rivers can help to save money for farmers, lower costs for water companies, boost tourism, reduce the need to dredge estuaries and even benefit human health. Everything the Trust does is informed by the best available science. Their work is driven by an ‘ecosystems approach,’ considering the function of the entire catchment, not just the rivers that flow within them.
Today this thriving charity works with a wide range of stakeholders from landowners to local communities, businesses, farmers and water companies to restore and protect the rivers, lakes, estuaries and coastal areas for the benefit of people, wildlife and the local economy. In addition, a growing number of individual volunteers and groups are becoming increasingly involved in the work of protecting rivers.
We have had considerable success with securing project funding, achieving rapid growth in delivery and impact as a result However, this only allows us to deliver what others want to fund and it is not always possible to get project funding to cover what we would like to achieve – maximising our education and engagement as well as supporting core functions and project development. In order to increase core voluntary income for these key activities we have recently recruited an experienced and professional Head of Fundraising and created a new sub-committee to oversee our Fundraising and Engagement strategy. We now need to recruit a new Trustee who will bring their philanthropy and fundraising expertise to the Board and provide oversight and support to this new area of work
TRUSTEE VACANCIES – AGE UK PLYMOUTH
Age UK Plymouth has an exceptional reputation for delivering a range of high quality and relevant services to older people and their families living in the city. Like many charities, the last few years have presented a number of challenges, but healthy reserves and a committed and engaged Board of Trustees mean the charity has been able to navigate these and is now looking to the future with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Their new CEO is working closely with the Board to determine future strategy, so this is, absolutely the right time for new Trustees to join and be part of this. The charity seeks to increase its number of Trustees in addition to replacing a couple who have retired. I have the privilege of being asked to support this search.
We are naturally interested in speaking to people who are passionate about improving later life for everyone in Plymouth, who can bring experience and insight in the areas of financial strategy, fundraising and service design. The Board meets four times a year and each Trustee is asked to join a relevant sub-committee. In addition, time will be needed for reading board papers, attending strategy days and, of course, other ad hoc projects you might wish to be part of.
Please take a moment to read the full information pack and feel free to contact me to talk about this opportunity and trusteeship in general. (jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk)
Trustee Role with CentrePeace – Paignton
This small charity plays an essential role in their local community, a place where people can find warmth, friendship and help, whatever their age or socio/economic status.
The small staff team and brilliant volunteers are based at their HQ in Paignton where you will also find the café, charity shop and counselling rooms. The charity provides vital support through their counselling services, community workshops, and groups, or simply by accessing the café as a safe and welcoming space or the shop for low cost clothes, toys and household items.
Their reach extends far beyond the immediate vicinity, demonstrating the critical need for their services. While many come from Paignton, some travel from Torquay, and others come from elsewhere across the bay, highlighting CentrePeace as a regional beacon of support. People come to them by personal recommendation from family or friends, with the remainder being effectively signposted by local GP surgeries, social prescribers, mental health agencies, social services, and other community organisations.
I am now working with the charity to support their search for new Trustees. If you a have been inspired by their passion and commitment to their community and would like to be part of their future, I would be delighted to talk to you further about this opportunity. Jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk For further information you can download the Information Pack below and visit their website https://centrepeace.org.uk/