🎄Bauble 4 is on the tree🎄 Based in Sussex, The Juno Project runs school-programme sessions that give young women a safe space to explore their experiences, identity and relationships 🫶 Read the full story here 👉https://ow.ly/EfA250XB5OE

Today we’re adding our third bauble - for New Pathways - a charity that supports adults, young people and children across Wales who have been affected by sexual abuse or rape, offering free and confidential support to over 11,000 people each year 🫶 Read their full story 👉https://ow.ly/th8u50XB5Kn

Could there be anything better than to know your charity clients trust you implicitly ☺️ #FeelGoodFriday

Today we add our second bauble to the Christmas Tree of Charity Stories, and it belongs to Hackney Playbus! 🚌 With the help of one of our volunteer consultants, they streamlined systems and gained confidence to plan for the future 👉 https://ow.ly/yPuE50XAzqV Another brilliant bauble on the tree 🎄

By donating to Cranfield Trust this #GivingTuesday you can help us continue to give our free management support to hundreds of small charities. If you can, please consider making a donation to help us continue building stronger charities 👉 https://ow.ly/RNr250Xy9Qt#GivingTuesdayA small gift can go a long way 💗

November's hottest resource by far was our #TrusteesWeek webinar, “Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for small charities.” 🔥 Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this our most attended webinar ever 🤩 Watch it here 👉 https://ow.ly/X0RC50Xy7eO

It’s December… so we’re getting festive!🎄 Over the next few weeks we’ll be decorating our virtual Christmas tree with 10 charity stories from across 2025, as a little celebration of the amazing organisations we’ve been lucky enough to support this year 🫶 1/4

"If you're in doubt, just reach out" #FeelGoodFriday

For Lisa Di Marco the Thrive programme has been ‘a very empowering experience’ 💪 As the founder of Keep It 100 Youth CIC, Lisa gained the ability to think strategically as well as the development of a business plan 🤩 Hear more about Lisa’s experience in the video 👇 https://ow.ly/wI4V50XtZfx

Hayley Pearce is Manager of Essex Youth Build, who empower young people with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the construction industry 👷 On completing the Thrive programme, Hayley said that it both tested boundaries and opened up new opportunities 👉 https://ow.ly/AijJ50XtZ24

Simran Foote is CEO of @Accuro, a small charity in West Essex. Simran took part in the Essex Community Foundation Thrive programme this year and, as a result, Accuro are now on track to deliver more services to those who need them 😀 Watch Simran’s video to discover more 👉https://ow.ly/qxbl50XtYqE

Rape and Sexual Abuse Highland (RASASH) is an organisation who were supported by one of our #Volunteer consultants with a project to review their marketing and expand their engagement. 1/5

Now in its sixth successful year, this week we are celebrating the completion of our latest Thrive programme with Essex Community Foundation 🤩 Today we hear from Sue Elder, our Associate Regional Manager who coordinates the Thrive programme 👉 https://ow.ly/zGUu50XtYeT

On call provides specialist telephone advice to help charities troubleshoot and get answers to pressing management questions. It also enables: ✅ sharper focus ✅ confident, strategic decision making ✅ delivery of greater impact #FeelGoodFriday

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent workshops at Cynon Linc in Aberdare which were made possible thanks to the generous support of Pen y Cymoedd Wind Farm Community Fund, who we’re delighted to be working in partnership with to help support & strengthen local organisations 🤩

This #InternationalMensDay we’re celebrating charities that make a real difference to men’s wellbeing, like Shine Coaching who support men to understand and manage anger, helping to break stigma and build healthier, more positive lives 💪 👉 Read the full story: https://ow.ly/GWKl50Xq15j

We are pleased to tell you our webinar from October 'Energy savings towards net zero' is now available to view on our on-demand webinar channel 👉 https://ow.ly/P8Wi50Xn4JC 💡

We love this feedback from a charity client about our Journey To Excellence© process 🫶 Find out more about our unique tool for measuring change, progress, and success in the charities we help with our pro bono management consultancy 👉 https://ow.ly/ob3b50X99fJ

We’re really pleased to share our latest charity story, featuring our work with Quaker Social Action (QSA) and their Down to Earth service, which helps people facing funeral poverty. Read the full story here 👉 https://ow.ly/VnNs50Xcp6e

Today we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service & those who continue to serve their communities. At Cranfield Trust, we’re inspired by the same values of leadership, dedication and service that unite us all in remembrance. We will remember them. #RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget

After the phenomenal success of our Trustees’ Week webinar 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code' - which saw record registrations and attendance - we’re delighted to share that it is now available to watch early on our on-demand webinar channel 🤩 1/3

As we reach the end of #TrusteesWeek 2025 we’re thrilled to reveal our #1 most-watched Governance video: “Charity Accounts: A Practical Workshop” 🎥 https://ow.ly/pH6C50XbFVi Head on over to the channel to discover more 👉 https://ow.ly/AcFp50XbFVh

As we continue #TrusteesWeek 2025, today we’re highlighting our 2nd most-viewed video from our Governance YouTube Channel: “What’s a Trustee?” 👉 https://ow.ly/gHb350XbFIm And finally, tomorrow we’ll reveal our #1 most-watched video, packed with valuable insights for trustees and charity leaders 🤩

We’ve just released our latest article, 'Turning insight into action' sharing what five years of data tell us about charity boards 🔎 Read the full article 👉 https://ow.ly/lL9Q50Xn1RM Let’s use #TrusteesWeek to keep learning, improving and making change happen by turning insight into action 💪

Today we’re excited to share our third most-viewed video from the Governance YouTube Channel: “How to become a Charity Treasurer” 💰 In this session, you’ll discover:

Our #TrusteesWeek 2025 FREE charity webinar is happening today at 12pm!🕛 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities' There's still time to sign up 👉 ow.ly/tQnG50XgQS9

Our charity clients often ask for guidance on producing board papers 🤷‍♀️ Whilst there is no ‘one size fits all’ in this article, Stephen Cahill our Scotland Manager and Volunteer Lead, provides some useful advice and guidance 👉 ow.ly/LUSM50Vo8QB #TrusteesWeek

As we continue celebrating Trustees’ Week 2025, today we’re highlighting our fourth most-viewed video on our Governance YouTube Channel: “The onboarding” 🛹 Have you just joined a board, or are you keen to understand your new trustee responsibilities?

We’re delighted to kick off our #Trustees’Week countdown with our fifth most-viewed video: “How to become a Charity Chair” 💁 Whether you’re considering stepping into a chair role or already in one, this will build your knowledge & leadership confidence 💪 Watch it here 👉 ow.ly/gA0450XbF5N#Trustees’Week

This #TrusteesWeek we’re celebrating the vital contribution of trustees across the charity sector🫶 🎥 As part of our celebrations, we’re shining a spotlight on our Governance YouTube Channel & sharing the top 5 most-watched videos 💪 If you can’t wait, take a look now 👉 ow.ly/Qw6j50XbF0k

From everyone at Cranfield Trust, a very happy #TrusteesWeek 2025!!🥳 Hear from our CEO Daniel Francis about everything we have planned this week, including our FREE webinar 👉 ow.ly/or2650Xkx1i www.youtube.com/shor...

In October one of our recent charity stories was our 'hottest' resource 🔥 When Alström Syndrome UK (ASUK) wanted to turn its big ambitions into a clear, achievable plan, Cranfield Trust was there to help 💪 The results speak for themselves 👉 ow.ly/LjbN50XgeG4

Great feedback from a recent #Mentee about the benefits of finding the space and support to reflect and grow 🌱 #FeelGoodFriday #NationalMentoringDay

Have you signed up to our next FREE charity webinar? If not, why not? 🤔 Join us during #TrusteesWeek 2025, on Wednesday 5th November 12-1pm, for 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities' 👩‍⚖️ 🏃‍♀️Sign up today ow.ly/1ESe50XgQk2

Reflections from our #Volunteer mentors and their charity leader mentees remind us that #Mentoring takes time, but it’s time well spent💪 If you’re a charity leader looking for support find out more about our mentoring opportunities 👉 ow.ly/UE8F50XgcPo#Volunteer#Mentoring#NationalMentoringDay

For charity leaders, mentoring can be a real game-changer, offering a space to think, reflect and find clarity with the help of a skilled volunteer mentor 😊 Our latest article explains what to expect and how to get started 👉 ow.ly/jciT50XhJI5 #NationalMentoringDay

Mentoring is a two-way exchange of insight, empathy, and growth. On this #NationalMentoringDay, we celebrate the many meaningful connections made through our work, and all mentoring partnerships, and the impact they continue to have across the charity sector 💪

Nothing speaks louder than a recommendation from someone who’s already experienced our support 📢 💖 Read the full story 👉 ow.ly/56Ox50X96wG #FeelGoodFriday

We are delighted to announce our next FREE charity webinar - which will take place during #TrusteesWeek 2025 😃 Join us on Wed 5th November, 12-1pm, for 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities' 👩‍⚖️ 🏃‍♀️Sign up today ow.ly/1ESe50XgQk2

Wishing a bright and joyful Diwali to all who celebrate! For those celebrating this Festival of Light, we hope it brings happiness, peace and prosperity to you and your communities ✨ #Diwali #FestivalOfLights

Our #Volunteers provide support alongside so you can step back and reflect on your organisation and priorities 🥰 #FeelGoodFriday

Today we’re celebrating #WorldValuesDay and reflecting on the principles that guide our work and connect the #CharityCommunity 🫶 At Cranfield Trust, our values are at the heart of everything we do, guide how we serve the charity sector and underpin all that we do to help charities thrive 💪

Is there ever a right or wrong time in your career for mentoring 🤔 Whilst finding the time may be a challenge, we know from our mentoring clients you will be glad you did 🫶 Discover more about our pro bono collaborative mentorship 👉 ow.ly/Kq9y50WUpsu

Another FREE webinar coming at you today at 12 o'clock! 🤩 Discover practical guidance on energy-saving measures, understanding and optimising energy contracts, and selecting the most cost-effective tariffs 💡 🏃🏻‍♀️‍➡️If you haven't already signed up, run don't walk: ow.ly/R7FG50WUrQr

Could our Peer to Peer support be a game changer for you too? Find out more 👉 www.cranfieldtrust.o... #FeelGoodFriday

There's no free charity webinar from us this week ☹️ But there is another one next week 😃🙌👨🏻‍💻 💡Energy savings towards net zero 🗓️Wednesday 8 October, 12-1pm Find out more and secure your spot 👉 ow.ly/Geqm50WUs6T

What was hot during September at Cranfield Trust? 🔥 During the month we hosted our Succession Planning webinar, which had a record number of registrations of all the webinars we have ever held 😳 Watch the webinar now on our on-demand channel 👉 ow.ly/sEvw50X4lvq

Our Associate Regional Manager Gareth Williams and one of our fantastic volunteers Rob Lewis had a great time at Surrey Community Action Charity Mash-Up event last week 😀 We’re pleased to share a few photos from the day, capturing some of the conversations and connections made 🫶

We’re delighted to confirm that @mynameisdanfran.bsky.social has joined Cranfield Trust as our new Chief Executive 😊 Dan brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the voluntary sector, having led the consultancy practice at NCVO. Read the full story 👉 http://bit.ly/4gICvay

We know that time is precious and scarce for charity CEOs. We hear time and time again from those that have managed to find the time for mentoring that they are so glad they did ☺️ #FeelGoodFriday