Cranfield Trust
@cranfieldtrust.bsky.social
We empower charities with the capabilities and confidence to thrive.
Now in its sixth successful year, this week we are celebrating the completion of our latest Thrive programme with Essex Community Foundation π€©
Today we hear from Sue Elder, our Associate Regional Manager who coordinates the Thrive programme π https://ow.ly/zGUu50XtYeT
Today we hear from Sue Elder, our Associate Regional Manager who coordinates the Thrive programme π https://ow.ly/zGUu50XtYeT
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Now in its sixth successful year, this week we are celebrating the completion of our latest Thrive programme with Essex Community Foundation π€©
Today we hear from Sue Elder, our Associate Regional Manager who coordinates the Thrive programme π https://ow.ly/zGUu50XtYeT
Today we hear from Sue Elder, our Associate Regional Manager who coordinates the Thrive programme π https://ow.ly/zGUu50XtYeT
On call provides specialist telephone advice to help charities troubleshoot and get answers to pressing management questions. It also enables:
β sharper focus
β confident, strategic decision making
β delivery of greater impact
#FeelGoodFriday
β sharper focus
β confident, strategic decision making
β delivery of greater impact
#FeelGoodFriday
November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
On call provides specialist telephone advice to help charities troubleshoot and get answers to pressing management questions. It also enables:
β sharper focus
β confident, strategic decision making
β delivery of greater impact
#FeelGoodFriday
β sharper focus
β confident, strategic decision making
β 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 weβre delighted to be working in partnership with to help support & strengthen local organisations π€©
November 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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 weβre delighted to be working in partnership with to help support & strengthen local organisations π€©
This #InternationalMensDay weβre celebrating charities that make a real difference to menβs wellbeing, like Shine Coaching who support men to understand and manage anger, helping to break stigma and build healthier, more positive lives πͺ
π Read the full story: https://ow.ly/GWKl50Xq15j
π Read the full story: https://ow.ly/GWKl50Xq15j
November 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
This #InternationalMensDay weβre celebrating charities that make a real difference to menβs wellbeing, like Shine Coaching who support men to understand and manage anger, helping to break stigma and build healthier, more positive lives πͺ
π Read the full story: https://ow.ly/GWKl50Xq15j
π 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 π https://ow.ly/P8Wi50Xn4JC π‘
November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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 π https://ow.ly/P8Wi50Xn4JC π‘
We love this feedback from a charity client about our Journey To ExcellenceΒ© process π«Ά
Find out more about our unique tool for measuring change, progress, and success in the charities we help with our pro bono management consultancy π https://ow.ly/ob3b50X99fJ
Find out more about our unique tool for measuring change, progress, and success in the charities we help with our pro bono management consultancy π https://ow.ly/ob3b50X99fJ
November 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We love this feedback from a charity client about our Journey To ExcellenceΒ© process π«Ά
Find out more about our unique tool for measuring change, progress, and success in the charities we help with our pro bono management consultancy π https://ow.ly/ob3b50X99fJ
Find out more about our unique tool for measuring change, progress, and success in the charities we help with our pro bono management consultancy π https://ow.ly/ob3b50X99fJ
Weβre 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 π https://ow.ly/VnNs50Xcp6e
Read the full story here π https://ow.ly/VnNs50Xcp6e
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Quaker Social Action
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November 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Weβre 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 π https://ow.ly/VnNs50Xcp6e
Read the full story here π 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, weβre inspired by the same values of leadership, dedication and service that unite us all in remembrance.
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
At Cranfield Trust, weβre inspired by the same values of leadership, dedication and service that unite us all in remembrance.
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
November 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Today we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service & those who continue to serve their communities.
At Cranfield Trust, weβre inspired by the same values of leadership, dedication and service that unite us all in remembrance.
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
At Cranfield Trust, weβre inspired by the same values of leadership, dedication and service that unite us all in remembrance.
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
As #TrusteesWeek 2025 wraps up we want to say a sincere thank you to all trustees, and especially our own incredible trustees. Their time, guidance, and support help us make a real difference every day to many other small charities across the UK π₯°
#FeelGoodFriday
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#FeelGoodFriday
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November 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
As #TrusteesWeek 2025 wraps up we want to say a sincere thank you to all trustees, and especially our own incredible trustees. Their time, guidance, and support help us make a real difference every day to many other small charities across the UK π₯°
#FeelGoodFriday
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#FeelGoodFriday
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If you missed it, or want to revisit the insights shared, you can catch up here π₯ ow.ly/BYcJ50XnMxo
Thank you to everyone who joined us live and helped make this our most popular webinar yet, as well as to our guest presenter Dr Radojka Miljevic π«Ά
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Thank you to everyone who joined us live and helped make this our most popular webinar yet, as well as to our guest presenter Dr Radojka Miljevic π«Ά
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November 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
If you missed it, or want to revisit the insights shared, you can catch up here π₯ ow.ly/BYcJ50XnMxo
Thank you to everyone who joined us live and helped make this our most popular webinar yet, as well as to our guest presenter Dr Radojka Miljevic π«Ά
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Thank you to everyone who joined us live and helped make this our most popular webinar yet, as well as to our guest presenter Dr Radojka Miljevic π«Ά
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After the phenomenal success of our Trusteesβ Week webinar 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code' - which saw record registrations and attendance - weβre delighted to share that it is now available to watch early on our on-demand webinar channel π€©
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November 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
After the phenomenal success of our Trusteesβ Week webinar 'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code' - which saw record registrations and attendance - weβre delighted to share that it is now available to watch early on our on-demand webinar channel π€©
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As we reach the end of #TrusteesWeek 2025 weβre thrilled to reveal our #1 most-watched Governance video: βCharity Accounts: A Practical Workshopβ π₯ https://ow.ly/pH6C50XbFVi
Head on over to the channel to discover more π https://ow.ly/AcFp50XbFVh
Head on over to the channel to discover more π https://ow.ly/AcFp50XbFVh
November 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As we reach the end of #TrusteesWeek 2025 weβre thrilled to reveal our #1 most-watched Governance video: βCharity Accounts: A Practical Workshopβ π₯ https://ow.ly/pH6C50XbFVi
Head on over to the channel to discover more π https://ow.ly/AcFp50XbFVh
Head on over to the channel to discover more π https://ow.ly/AcFp50XbFVh
As we continue #TrusteesWeek 2025, today weβre highlighting our 2nd most-viewed video from our Governance YouTube Channel: βWhatβs a Trustee?β π https://ow.ly/gHb350XbFIm
And finally, tomorrow weβll reveal our #1 most-watched video, packed with valuable insights for trustees and charity leaders π€©
And finally, tomorrow weβll reveal our #1 most-watched video, packed with valuable insights for trustees and charity leaders π€©
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
As we continue #TrusteesWeek 2025, today weβre highlighting our 2nd most-viewed video from our Governance YouTube Channel: βWhatβs a Trustee?β π https://ow.ly/gHb350XbFIm
And finally, tomorrow weβll reveal our #1 most-watched video, packed with valuable insights for trustees and charity leaders π€©
And finally, tomorrow weβll reveal our #1 most-watched video, packed with valuable insights for trustees and charity leaders π€©
Weβve just released our latest article, 'Turning insight into action' sharing what five years of data tell us about charity boards π
Read the full article π https://ow.ly/lL9Q50Xn1RM
Letβs use #TrusteesWeek to keep learning, improving and making change happen by turning insight into action πͺ
Read the full article π https://ow.ly/lL9Q50Xn1RM
Letβs use #TrusteesWeek to keep learning, improving and making change happen by turning insight into action πͺ
Turning insight into action: What trustees can learn from five years of data
Our latest article for Trustees' Week draws on insights from organisations we have supported over the past five years.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Weβve just released our latest article, 'Turning insight into action' sharing what five years of data tell us about charity boards π
Read the full article π https://ow.ly/lL9Q50Xn1RM
Letβs use #TrusteesWeek to keep learning, improving and making change happen by turning insight into action πͺ
Read the full article π https://ow.ly/lL9Q50Xn1RM
Letβs use #TrusteesWeek to keep learning, improving and making change happen by turning insight into action πͺ
Whether youβre new to the role or looking to enhance your financial governance skills, this video offers practical insights to help you lead with confidence π
Watch nowπ ow.ly/gG8s50XbFCL
Tomorrow weβll reveal our #2 most-watched video π
Watch nowπ ow.ly/gG8s50XbFCL
Tomorrow weβll reveal our #2 most-watched video π
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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Whether youβre new to the role or looking to enhance your financial governance skills, this video offers practical insights to help you lead with confidence π
Watch nowπ ow.ly/gG8s50XbFCL
Tomorrow weβll reveal our #2 most-watched video π
Watch nowπ ow.ly/gG8s50XbFCL
Tomorrow weβll reveal our #2 most-watched video π
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The key responsibilities and duties of a charity treasurer
β How to effectively manage charity finances and ensure financial compliance
β Best practices for reporting and budgeting
β Tips for working closely with finance staff and auditors
β How to effectively manage charity finances and ensure financial compliance
β Best practices for reporting and budgeting
β Tips for working closely with finance staff and auditors
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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The key responsibilities and duties of a charity treasurer
β How to effectively manage charity finances and ensure financial compliance
β Best practices for reporting and budgeting
β Tips for working closely with finance staff and auditors
β How to effectively manage charity finances and ensure financial compliance
β Best practices for reporting and budgeting
β Tips for working closely with finance staff and auditors
Today weβre excited to share our third most-viewed video from the Governance YouTube Channel: βHow to become a Charity Treasurerβ π°
In this session, youβll discover:
In this session, youβll discover:
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today weβre excited to share our third most-viewed video from the Governance YouTube Channel: βHow to become a Charity Treasurerβ π°
In this session, youβll discover:
In this session, youβll discover:
Our #TrusteesWeek 2025 FREE charity webinar is happening today at 12pm!π
'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities'
There's still time to sign up π ow.ly/tQnG50XgQS9
'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities'
There's still time to sign up π ow.ly/tQnG50XgQS9
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Our #TrusteesWeek 2025 FREE charity webinar is happening today at 12pm!π
'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities'
There's still time to sign up π ow.ly/tQnG50XgQS9
'Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code: the how and the why for smaller charities'
There's still time to sign up π ow.ly/tQnG50XgQS9
Our charity clients often ask for guidance on producing board papers π€·ββοΈ
Whilst there is no βone size fits allβ in this article, Stephen Cahill our Scotland Manager and Volunteer Lead, provides some useful advice and guidance π ow.ly/LUSM50Vo8QB
#TrusteesWeek
Whilst there is no βone size fits allβ in this article, Stephen Cahill our Scotland Manager and Volunteer Lead, provides some useful advice and guidance π ow.ly/LUSM50Vo8QB
#TrusteesWeek
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Our charity clients often ask for guidance on producing board papers π€·ββοΈ
Whilst there is no βone size fits allβ in this article, Stephen Cahill our Scotland Manager and Volunteer Lead, provides some useful advice and guidance π ow.ly/LUSM50Vo8QB
#TrusteesWeek
Whilst there is no βone size fits allβ in this article, Stephen Cahill our Scotland Manager and Volunteer Lead, provides some useful advice and guidance π ow.ly/LUSM50Vo8QB
#TrusteesWeek
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Newly appointed trustees getting to grips with their responsibilities
β Those seeking a refresher on good governance
β Anyone interested in learning more about trusteeship
Watch nowπ youtu.be/xwtXbghE89c
πStay tuned as we count down to our top 3 videos later this week!
β Those seeking a refresher on good governance
β Anyone interested in learning more about trusteeship
Watch nowπ youtu.be/xwtXbghE89c
πStay tuned as we count down to our top 3 videos later this week!
Trustee Learning Programme -The Onboarding
The Onboarding
Have you just joined a board? Would you like to equip yourself with an understanding of your new responsibilities?
We'll take you through your trustee duties in a clear and engaging way.
This session was recorded on 17th January 2024.
This training is for general guidance only an
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November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Newly appointed trustees getting to grips with their responsibilities
β Those seeking a refresher on good governance
β Anyone interested in learning more about trusteeship
Watch nowπ youtu.be/xwtXbghE89c
πStay tuned as we count down to our top 3 videos later this week!
β Those seeking a refresher on good governance
β Anyone interested in learning more about trusteeship
Watch nowπ youtu.be/xwtXbghE89c
πStay tuned as we count down to our top 3 videos later this week!
This practical and engaging session walks you through the core duties of a trustee, helping you step into the role with clarity and confidence π€¨
Originally recorded as part of Getting on Boardβs Trustee Learning Programme, this video is perfect for:
Originally recorded as part of Getting on Boardβs Trustee Learning Programme, this video is perfect for:
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM
This practical and engaging session walks you through the core duties of a trustee, helping you step into the role with clarity and confidence π€¨
Originally recorded as part of Getting on Boardβs Trustee Learning Programme, this video is perfect for:
Originally recorded as part of Getting on Boardβs Trustee Learning Programme, this video is perfect for:
As we continue celebrating Trusteesβ Week 2025, today weβre highlighting our fourth most-viewed video on our Governance YouTube Channel: βThe onboardingβ πΉ
Have you just joined a board, or are you keen to understand your new trustee responsibilities?
Have you just joined a board, or are you keen to understand your new trustee responsibilities?
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As we continue celebrating Trusteesβ Week 2025, today weβre highlighting our fourth most-viewed video on our Governance YouTube Channel: βThe onboardingβ πΉ
Have you just joined a board, or are you keen to understand your new trustee responsibilities?
Have you just joined a board, or are you keen to understand your new trustee responsibilities?
Weβre delighted to kick off our #TrusteesβWeek countdown with our fifth most-viewed video: βHow to become a Charity Chairβ π
Whether youβre considering stepping into a chair role or already in one, this will build your knowledge & leadership confidence πͺ
Watch it here π ow.ly/gA0450XbF5N
Whether youβre considering stepping into a chair role or already in one, this will build your knowledge & leadership confidence πͺ
Watch it here π ow.ly/gA0450XbF5N
November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Weβre delighted to kick off our #TrusteesβWeek countdown with our fifth most-viewed video: βHow to become a Charity Chairβ π
Whether youβre considering stepping into a chair role or already in one, this will build your knowledge & leadership confidence πͺ
Watch it here π ow.ly/gA0450XbF5N
Whether youβre considering stepping into a chair role or already in one, this will build your knowledge & leadership confidence πͺ
Watch it here π ow.ly/gA0450XbF5N
This #TrusteesWeek weβre celebrating the vital contribution of trustees across the charity sectorπ«Ά
π₯ As part of our celebrations, weβre shining a spotlight on our Governance YouTube Channel & sharing the top 5 most-watched videos πͺ
If you canβt wait, take a look now π ow.ly/Qw6j50XbF0k
π₯ As part of our celebrations, weβre shining a spotlight on our Governance YouTube Channel & sharing the top 5 most-watched videos πͺ
If you canβt wait, take a look now π ow.ly/Qw6j50XbF0k
November 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
This #TrusteesWeek weβre celebrating the vital contribution of trustees across the charity sectorπ«Ά
π₯ As part of our celebrations, weβre shining a spotlight on our Governance YouTube Channel & sharing the top 5 most-watched videos πͺ
If you canβt wait, take a look now π ow.ly/Qw6j50XbF0k
π₯ As part of our celebrations, weβre shining a spotlight on our Governance YouTube Channel & sharing the top 5 most-watched videos πͺ
If you canβt wait, take a look now π ow.ly/Qw6j50XbF0k
From everyone at Cranfield Trust, a very happy #TrusteesWeek 2025!!π₯³
Hear from our CEO Daniel Francis about everything we have planned this week, including our FREE webinar π ow.ly/or2650Xkx1i
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Hear from our CEO Daniel Francis about everything we have planned this week, including our FREE webinar π ow.ly/or2650Xkx1i
www.youtube.com/shor...
November 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
From everyone at Cranfield Trust, a very happy #TrusteesWeek 2025!!π₯³
Hear from our CEO Daniel Francis about everything we have planned this week, including our FREE webinar π ow.ly/or2650Xkx1i
www.youtube.com/shor...
Hear from our CEO Daniel Francis about everything we have planned this week, including our FREE webinar π ow.ly/or2650Xkx1i
www.youtube.com/shor...