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AVOW Wrexham

Good Governance – Draft

Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham

Good governance is a key aspect of running and developing all community-based enterprises, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and direction to meet community needs. Getting advice on governance matters can help to promote accountability, attract support, and generate financial backing so you can continue to deliver impactful services.

What AVOW can support with: 

AVOW provide Good Governance support to new and existing organisations with training and 1-1 support on a wide range of issues, this is support for trustees, staff and volunteers.

Below are some of the queries that we can support with:

When thinking of setting up a not-for-profit organisation, this can be one of the most important choices in growing an organisation. A CIO (Charitable Company Limited by Gurantee) is an incorporated structure designed for charities. Your register them with the charity commission, rather than companies house. Trustees have limited, or in some cases, no liability for CIO debts or liabilities. An Association is made up of a group of people who work together to achieve the same goal, and typically not for profit. It needs a strong mission statement and articles that define what the association is about and for. A CIC is a Community Interest Company which operate to provide benefit to the community, rather than for profit. It operates in the same way as any other company, but the profit that it generates is then used to support the specific purpose of the CIC.

 

Deciding which one is right for you is a complicated process, and can feel overwhelming. That’s what AVOW is here to support with.

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  • I am setting up a not-for-profit organisation – would a CIO, Association, CIC be best?
  • How do I register with the Charity Commission / CIC regulator?
  • What policies do we need by law?
  • What are the responsibilities of charity trustees and CIC directors?
  • How do I open a charity bank account?
  • What insurance do I need?
  • What governance do I need in place to get funding?
  • How do I manage finances in my organisation?
  • How do I manage data in my organisation?

AVOW DBS Support 

AVOW also support charities to get DBS checks for staff and volunteers email dbs@avow.org with your requirements.

If we cant support directly then we will try and signpost to someone who can!

Sources of Governance support: 

Third Sector Support Wales (TSSW)

Third Sector Support Wales is a national network of support organisations that provides free guidance, information and resources for voluntary and community groups.

By signing up to TSSW, organisations can access:

  • Advice and guidance on governance, volunteering, funding and running community organisations.
  • Training opportunities, webinars and learning resources to help staff and volunteers develop their skills.
  • Template policies and procedures covering areas such as safeguarding, volunteer management, equality and diversity, and health and safety.
  • Funding information, good practice guides and updates on legislation affecting the voluntary sector.
  • A range of tools and resources designed to support organisations to grow, improve and operate effectively.

We encourage all organisations to register with TSSW and make full use of the support available. Find more information on their website : TSSW Knowledge Hub https://knowledgehub.cymru/

Our Commitment

At AVOW, we believe in accessible information, guidance, and support to empower organisations in practising good governance. Our commitment is reflected in the feedback from individuals accessing our governance services, with 86% reporting increased confidence in leading their organisations.

We equip trustees and staff with practical assistance to operate legally and effectively, ensuring they navigate governance challenges with confidence. Through our extensive networks, we connect you with specialist information and advice that precisely aligns with your unique needs. Building strong partnerships, we provide the best possible support for your organisation’s success.

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