How it works…

We currently have 15 mentors, all of whom have had experience of running and growing a business in the private or public sector. When charity leaders ask for our support in working through an issue relating to the long-term direction of their organisation, we match them with one of these mentors. The mentor works with the charity leader for 4 to 5 months, with monthly sessions of about 90 minutes, helping them to clarify what their options are, explore the best way forward and plan for the future. It is a free service.

After every project we collect feedback so that we can learn and improve. Our ex-mentees are our best advocates, so you should see what they say. In short, outcomes include: better clarity and focus; increased confidence; more effective working relationships with trustees, colleagues and volunteers; and, more generally, a chance for those in-charge of running the charity to bring their heads above water and think about the future. These benefits feed into better targeted and more effective fundraising, better management and delivery of services together with a more focused & confident management.