Justin Tomlinson MP volunteering with the local Cats Protection in Highworth
In the run-up to this year’s national Trustees’ Week, Justin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon, is thanking local charity trustees for their dedicated work in running local charities, and highlighting the benefits of becoming a charity trustee.
There are 172 charities in North Swindon. They cover a wide range of activities and services but all depend on the trustees that oversee their work, most of whom are volunteers. Trustees Week also raises awareness of how people can benefit themselves by becoming trustees, through gaining valuable experience and skills.
Justin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon, said: “We have some fantastic local charities in North Swindon doing really important work, but they wouldn’t be able to function without their trustees. As we approach national Trustees’ Week I want to pay tribute to their tireless work to keep our local community projects going. .
“I would also really encourage people to consider becoming a trustee. Being a charity trustee is a great way of learning new skills and getting valuable experience, and could lead to new opportunities and employment. Lots of charities need trustees who will help them achieve their goals, so it really is a win-win situation.”
Trustees Week runs from 31 October to 6 November 2011. To learn more about Trustees’ Week and trusteeship, visit www.trusteesweek.org.uk . The website includes trustees’ stories, details of local events being held during Trustees’ Week and links to trustee matching services for those who want to become a trustee.