Trustees' Week 2026 | Salford CVS

It’s Trustees Week! The time of year when we celebrate the amazing contribution made by trustees for their charities and recognise the difference they make. You can find out about this week’s range of events and access free guidance and resources at www.trusteesweek.org

Trustees’ Week is a time for us to come together to celebrate the achievements of nearly one million trustees across the UK. Thank you for the time, commitment, and effort you bring to your charities to help them thrive.

Training and events

How to be a Good Trustee – The Basics

Date: 3rd December 2026
Time: 6pm to 8pm

Location:
Salford CVS Boardroom, The Old Town Hall
5 Irwell Place, Eccles, M30 0FN

Salford CVS provide a variety of training courses and workshops, to aid trustees in their personal development and in the running of organisations. These courses can be accessed free by any trustee supporting a charity; small community group, voluntary sector organisation, social enterprise or faith group in Salford.

The aim of this course is:

To give you information and build up your confidence to ensure your role as a trustee is effective and enjoyable.

This course covers the requirements of the charity commission regarding foundational awareness of the responsibilities and powers of registered charity trustees.

Find out more and book your place here.

Meet the Salford CVS Board of Trustees

Our Board of Trustees is made up of people who are passionate about Salford and supporting our mission. They bring a diverse range of skills, knowledge and experience, helping to shape our organisation and ensure we continue to make a difference in local communities.

We asked our trustees: What motivated you to become a trustee for Salford CVS?

Click on the buttons below to find out more.

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Read the blog: More than a balance sheet: Finding a Treasurer who believes in your cause

Looking for a Treasurer or Finance Trustee? This blog explores where to find potential candidates, how to make your vacancy stand out, and why focusing on your mission can be just as important as the financial skills you're seeking.

The Charity Commission 5 minute Guides

The Charity Commission provides guidance to help support charity trustees along with information for anyone looking to find out more about trusteeship.

The 5-minute guide series linked below gives short and clear advice on key topics and are a quick read to help you increase your knowledge and understanding. Click the buttons below to read the guides.

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Watch the Charity Commission’s series of short videos on the same topics:

Information taken from: https://trusteesweek.org/