How does your charity measure up?
The Charity Commission has today published an updated version of The Hallmarks of an Effective Charity. The six hallmarks are:1. Clear about purposes and direction; using its purposes, mission and values to direct all aspects of its work
2. A strong board; having the right balance of skills and experience and clarity about its responsibilities and the interests of its beneficiaries
3. Fit for purpose; having structures, policies and procedures in place to enable it to achieve its purposes
4. Learning and improving; always assessing performance to improve its performance and to inform planning and future direction
5. Financially sound and prudent; controlling and using financial and other resources to deliver its purposes
6. Accountable and transparent, accounting to all those with an interest in it in a transparent and understandable way
To download the full publication, CC10, go to www.charity-commission.gov.uk/publications/cc10.asp