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May is #CharityManagementMonth!
After the the success of last year, we are excited to welcome #CharityManagementMonth again this May.
Throughout the month we will be sharing a wealth of resources and information to help guide and support your charity - and we are excited to have a range of brand new resources, as well as a new live webinar for you!
You can also expect on-demand webinars, guides on hot topics, case studies from charities we have supported, and much more.
Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and our other socials and keep an eye on the website!
'Hot' resources, guides, and on-demand webinars
Our 'What's hot' spotlight this month is on something every charity leader should know — the Top 10 Financial Ratios for Charities.
Whether you’re brushing up on best practice or trying to get a better grip on your organisation’s financial health, this essential guide breaks down the key numbers that matter.
Don't miss our next FREE webinar on AI for charities - it's going to be a hit!
Charities of all shapes and sizes are facing two big challenges: rising demand and shrinking budgets. Communicating clearly, both externally and internally, has never mattered more.
In this practical, confidence-boosting webinar, PR and communications specialist trainer, Emma Ewing, will show you how AI language tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot can help save time, sharpen messaging, and make words work harder.
Thursday 5th June, 12-1pm
Case study spotlight
Financial management & sustainability: Hackney Playbus
Discover how Hackney Playbus, a small East London charity, transformed its financial management with Cranfield Trust's support.
Facing challenges with disconnected financial systems and reporting inefficiencies, Hackney Playbus sought assistance to streamline their processes. We paired them with a volunteer consultant who helped to:
- Organise and simplify their accounting systems
- Automate reporting and unify budgeting processes
- Introduce cash flow forecasting and planning
As a result, the charity now operates with more efficient financial systems, including an annual budget aligned with the financial year and real-time access to financial data for trustees. Their reserves have grown to three months’ worth of income, providing greater financial stability.
Find out more about how we helped.
Our impact
Celebrating our 35th anniversary in 2023-24, the Trust provided more support than ever before. We started 527 new consultancy projects and mentoring assignments in the year, and had an extraordinary 919 projects active in the year in total. In challenging times, frontline welfare charities have needed support, and our volunteers and team have responded to their needs.
Our year in numbers
Cranfield Trust is the UK’s leading provider of pro bono management support, mentoring and development to small charities. Find out more>
National impact, local presence
It has been a record-breaking year for the Trust, with delivery of services far exceeding expected activity levels. Learn more>
Supporting across sectors
We provide our range of pro bono services to welfare charities and other non-profit organisations across the sector. Learn more>
It is our pleasure to present our Impact Report for Cranfield Trust’s 35th anniversary year, and to share the stories of some of the great activities we have worked on, and great charities we have worked with, during the year.
Do you need help with your charity's strategy, business plan, financial management, governance, or impact reporting?
Check if your charity is eligible for our free and pro bono management support and discover how we can help.
Call us on 01794 830338 or send us an email.
