Sport Charities Board & Trustee Duties
Friday, 26 September 2025
This interactive webinar provided valuable insights and analysis of board and trustee responsibilities and duties, for sport charities drawing on practical experience from Gary Stannett, CEO of Rio Ferdinand Foundation and the legal expertise of Charity Lawyer, Joseph Hobbins.
The session covers:
- Understanding Your Role as a Charity Trustee - Legal responsibilities and eligibility requirements for sport charity boards
- Six Core Trustee Duties - Essential legal obligations from ensuring public benefit to maintaining accountability
- The Charity Commission's Role - Registration, regulation, enforcement and guidance for charities
- Governance Best Practices - The Charity Governance Code's seven principles for effective board management
- Practical Compliance Tools - Resources, diagnostic tools and guidance to maximise charity effectiveness
Whilst this will have a strong focus on the UK, lots of the principles and some of the examples will be applicable and helpful for those working in international sports charities.
Speakers:
- Gary Stannett MBE, CEO, Rio Ferdinand Foundation
- Joseph Hobbins, Solicitor, HCR Hewitsons
- Sean Cottrell, CEO, LawInSport - Moderator
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