An effective charity is a well governed charity. According to the Charity Code of Governance, a charity is best placed to achieve its ambitions and aims if it has effective governance and the right leadership structures. Skilled and capable trustees will help a charity attract resources and put them to best use.

Good governance enables and supports a charity’s compliance with relevant legislation and regulation. It also promotes attitudes and a culture where everything works towards fulfilling the charity’s purpose. The Code aims to help charities and their trustees develop these high standards of governance.