by Megan Thorn | Jun 15, 2020 | All blog posts, Volunteering
Last updated May 7, 2020 For many organisations, volunteers are the glue that holds everything together. Staying out of touch with your volunteers may lead to that glue becoming unstuck. One of the best ways to ensure you and your team of volunteers are on the same...
by Megan Thorn | May 21, 2020 | All blog posts, Volunteering
Last updated May 7, 2020 Volunteers start judging their experience with you from the moment they show an interest in being involved. Before you start looking for volunteers, make sure you have… • A staff culture that truly appreciates the value of volunteers. How have...
by Megan Thorn | May 4, 2020 | All blog posts, Governance
Last updated May 5, 2020 Whether it is a member of staff, a trustee or a volunteer – the longer you allow bad behaviour to continue, the harder it is to address. This 4-step process is a great way to have difficult conversations about challenging behaviour. Step...
by Megan Thorn | Apr 21, 2020 | All blog posts, Governance
Last updated April 21, 2020 While there is more to Governance than attending meetings, they are where a great deal of the decision making takes place. As such, well-run meetings are essential for good Governance practice. When chairing a Board meeting, make sure you:...
by Megan Thorn | Apr 15, 2020 | All blog posts, Governance
Last updated April 21, 2020 While there is no magic recipe when it comes to getting the right people on your board, there are a few things you can do to ensure you are on the right track. Complete a Trustee Interest Register Maintaining an Interest Register is a...
by Megan Thorn | Mar 26, 2020 | All blog posts, Donations
Last updated March 26, 2020 A big part of sustainable funding is donations! Below are a bunch of tips for attracting and retaining donors. Some of them cross over both scenarios, like showing appreciation (always important) and having a clear vision and mission. 20...
