What is a trustee of a charity?

A trustee is a member of the board or group of people in charge of the general management and strategic orientation of the charity. Charity trustees are critical to ensuring that the organisation operates within its stated aims and complies with all applicable rules and regulations by using their resources wisely and efficiently to achieve their mission.

What is the role of the Board of Trustees?

The board of a charity is its governing body, in charge of supervising its strategy, overseeing its operations and making sure the organisation carries out its purpose ethically and successfully.