Growing Resilience in Teens (GRIT) supports young people to improve their mental health through group boxing programmes, workshops and one-to-one coaching. Young people come to us from a variety of ...
Fundraising Trustee
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Bec Down
Requirements
#118937
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We are currently looking for a passionate and proactive individual to join our Board of Trustees as a Fundraising Trustee.
GRIT is a charity supporting young people to improve their mental health through group boxing programmes, workshops and one-to-one coaching.
As a Fundraising Trustee, you will support the Board and wider organisation in strengthening and developing GRIT’s fundraising strategy and income opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the development of sustainable fundraising strategies
- Advising on donor engagement and strategic partnerships
- Helping identify opportunities for grants, sponsorships and community fundraising
- Providing oversight and challenge around fundraising activities and targets
- Supporting the charity to grow income ethically and sustainably
- Acting as an ambassador for GRIT within your networks and community
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience in fundraising, business development or partnership management
- Knowledge of charity income generation or strategic fundraising
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A passion for supporting young people and improving emotional wellbeing
Essential Requirements
All trustees are expected to demonstrate:
- A strong commitment to GRIT’s mission and values
- An understanding of trustee responsibilities and legal duties
- The ability to think strategically and contribute to collective decision-making
- Good judgement, professionalism and integrity
- A willingness to respect confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities
- The ability to commit time consistently to the role
- Willingness to undertake a DBS check
Time Commitment
Trustees are expected to attend:
- Four Board meetings per year (approximately two hours each)
- Around three to four hours per month outside of meetings for preparation and involvement
Occasionally, trustees may also contribute to additional projects such as strategy development or recruitment.
Trustee Responsibilities and Legal Duties
Trustees are responsible for ensuring that the charity:
- Operates in line with its charitable purpose and for the public benefit
- Uses resources responsibly and effectively
- Complies with legal and regulatory requirements
- Maintains appropriate oversight, governance and accountability
- Trustees must act with reasonable care and skill and always in the best interests of the charity.
What you'll get:
- Become part of a team dedicated to better young people's mental health and wellbeing
- A step into leadership, making a real, tangible difference to the young people of North Hertfordshire
- Flexible working
- Experience for your CV or portfolio
- A glowing reference and lots of gratitude!
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About Growing Resilience In Teens (GRIT)
Growing Resilience in Teens (GRIT) supports young people to improve their mental health through group boxing programmes, workshops and one-to-one coaching. Young people come to us from a variety of routes, including health care professionals, education settings and self- referrals – the majority of referrals come to us directly from schools. At the core of our work is the ‘Four Corners’ method, which empowers young people to use adversity as a platform for growth.
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