Leeds Children’s Charity Seeks Fundraising Trustee

New Trustee Role Aims to Support Charity’s Growth and Sustainability

Leeds Children’s Charity has announced a recruitment drive for a Fundraising Trustee to join its Board during a period of organisational growth and transformation. The charity, which supports children across Leeds facing poverty, trauma, or disadvantage, is looking for an individual with senior-level fundraising experience to contribute to its strategic oversight and long-term sustainability.

Strengthening Governance and Fundraising Strategy

Following a recent governance review, Leeds Children’s Charity is enhancing its Board by adding new Trustee roles. The Fundraising Trustee position is designed to improve resilience, diversify income streams, and support ethical fundraising practices. The role is advisory and governance-focused rather than operational, with responsibilities including:

• Strengthening the charity’s long-term financial sustainability
• Diversifying income and fundraising opportunities
• Building relationships with donors, supporters, and partners
• Supporting ethical and sustainable fundraising methods
• Expanding the charity’s reach and impact within Leeds

Role Expectations and Values

The Fundraising Trustee will work closely with fellow Trustees, the Chief Executive, and the Head of Fundraising to provide strategic advice and constructive challenge on fundraising and income generation. The charity seeks a collaborative and values-driven individual committed to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Leeds Children’s Charity emphasises its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) at Board level, aiming to ensure governance reflects the communities it serves across Leeds.

Impact on Children in Leeds

Each year, Leeds Children’s Charity offers residential breaks, outdoor learning, and respite experiences to thousands of children who often face significant challenges such as poverty and social isolation. The charity highlights that strong governance and sustainable fundraising are critical to maintaining and expanding these services.

Chief Executive Sharon Milner commented on the recruitment:

“We look ahead with confidence and optimism, united by a shared purpose: to give more children the chance to learn, grow and thrive. If you share our commitment to inclusive leadership and creating lasting positive change, we would be delighted to hear from you.”

Application Information

The Fundraising Trustee recruitment pack is now available for interested candidates. This is a voluntary leadership role offering the opportunity to influence the future direction of the charity.

For further details about the role and other trustee opportunities, applicants are encouraged to visit the charity’s recruitment page:

Leeds Children’s Charity Trustee Recruitment

Source: Leeds Children’s Charity website