Becoming a trustee involves meeting certain eligibility criteria
To be eligible to serve as a trustee, you must be:
at least 18 years old
a resident of the country in which the charity is registered
have a good moral character
You may also be disqualified from serving as a trustee if you have been convicted of a serious criminal offence, are currently under investigation for a serious criminal offence, have been adjudicated as mentally incompetent, or are currently in bankruptcy.
If you are unsure whether you are eligible to serve as a trustee, contact the charity directly to inquire about their specific eligibility requirements.
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What is a charity trustee?
Who can be a charity trustee?
How much do you get paid as a charity trustee?
What are the time commitments of being a charity trustee?
What are the responsibilities of a charity trustee?
What qualifications do you need to be a charity trustee?
The pros and cons of being a charity trustee
Why you should become a charity trustee