Becoming a Trustee
Gunsgreen House Trust currently has 7 Trustees, according to the Trust’s governing documents each Trustee can serve a maximum of 2 five year terms. The Trust aims to recruit new Trustees every 3 to 4 years so that there is a rolling changeover of ideas and strengths.
Have you thought about becoming a Trustee?
Gunsgreen House mission and purpose is set out in its Trust Deed:
98/20870
Books of Council and Session
Extract Registered 15 Jun 98
DECLARATION OF TRUST
GUNSGREEN HOUSE TRUST
Purpose of the Gunsgreen House Trust
(a) to preserve for the public benefit the historic property known as Gunsgreen House, Eyemouth, Berwickshire together with its related buildings and its gardens and policies(referred to as "Gunsgreen") so far as vested in the Trustees by virtue of a conveyance or lease in their favour as Trustees; provided that, if Gunsgreen or any part thereof is subject to a lease in favour of the Trustees, money shall only be expended by the Trustees on the enhancement of Gunsgreen if the lease confers on the Trustees in the event of the termination of the lease full rights of compensation for any monies so expended appropriately written down to reflect the value of such enhancement at the time of the termination of the lease.
(b) to preserve for the public benefit as an adjunct to Gunsgreen the furniture, pictures, books, works of art, maritime artefacts and other chattels ordinarily kept at Gunsgreen or which may be given or loaned to the Trustees and which the Trustees shall consider to be appropriate to be kept at Gunsgreen provided that money shall only be expended by the Trustees on the enhancement of furniture, pictures, books, works of art, maritime artefacts and chattels which are lent to them if the Loan Agreement confers on the Trustees in the event of the termination of the loan full rights of compensation for any monies so expended;
(c) to advance education by facilitating and encouraging public access and study of Gunsgreen, such chattels and the maritime and trading history associated with Gunsgreen, the harbour and town of Eyemouth;
(d) to advance education by facilitating and encouraging knowledge and study of the social, educational and architectural relationship between Gunsgreen and other historical properties in Berwickshire particularly Paxton House, Berwickshire
So, you like the idea of becoming a trustee, but what are the key things to think about before you go ahead and commit to a charity?
Time
How much time are you willing and able to give? The time required to be a trustee is very much dependent on the charity but before approaching them, think about how much time you are willing to give and check if this fits with their requirements. Ask questions about: how often they meet, where the meetings are and how much of your time is needed outside of meetings. This will give you a good idea of the level of commitment that is expected.
Skills
What skills and experience do you have to offer? Not having any experience of the charity sector should not be a barrier to your involvement as a trustee, in fact many organisations are looking for skills from other sectors to enhance their board and provide a fresh perspective. Think about what you can contribute to the board, such as, great organisational skills, experience of strategy development, marketing or financial experience, access to your network, etc. The organisation will often have a clear idea of the skills they require so have a chat to see if you would be a good fit.
If you live with travelling distance of Gunsgreen House and think that you might have skills to benefit the strategic management of the Trust why not get in touch?
Please send an email to info@gunsgreenhouse.org with the subject heading “”New Trustee”.
Gunsgreen House Trust currently has 7 Trustees, according to the Trust’s governing documents each Trustee can serve a maximum of 2 five year terms. The Trust aims to recruit new Trustees every 3 to 4 years so that there is a rolling changeover of ideas and strengths.
Have you thought about becoming a Trustee?
Gunsgreen House mission and purpose is set out in its Trust Deed:
98/20870
Books of Council and Session
Extract Registered 15 Jun 98
DECLARATION OF TRUST
GUNSGREEN HOUSE TRUST
Purpose of the Gunsgreen House Trust
(a) to preserve for the public benefit the historic property known as Gunsgreen House, Eyemouth, Berwickshire together with its related buildings and its gardens and policies(referred to as "Gunsgreen") so far as vested in the Trustees by virtue of a conveyance or lease in their favour as Trustees; provided that, if Gunsgreen or any part thereof is subject to a lease in favour of the Trustees, money shall only be expended by the Trustees on the enhancement of Gunsgreen if the lease confers on the Trustees in the event of the termination of the lease full rights of compensation for any monies so expended appropriately written down to reflect the value of such enhancement at the time of the termination of the lease.
(b) to preserve for the public benefit as an adjunct to Gunsgreen the furniture, pictures, books, works of art, maritime artefacts and other chattels ordinarily kept at Gunsgreen or which may be given or loaned to the Trustees and which the Trustees shall consider to be appropriate to be kept at Gunsgreen provided that money shall only be expended by the Trustees on the enhancement of furniture, pictures, books, works of art, maritime artefacts and chattels which are lent to them if the Loan Agreement confers on the Trustees in the event of the termination of the loan full rights of compensation for any monies so expended;
(c) to advance education by facilitating and encouraging public access and study of Gunsgreen, such chattels and the maritime and trading history associated with Gunsgreen, the harbour and town of Eyemouth;
(d) to advance education by facilitating and encouraging knowledge and study of the social, educational and architectural relationship between Gunsgreen and other historical properties in Berwickshire particularly Paxton House, Berwickshire
So, you like the idea of becoming a trustee, but what are the key things to think about before you go ahead and commit to a charity?
Time
How much time are you willing and able to give? The time required to be a trustee is very much dependent on the charity but before approaching them, think about how much time you are willing to give and check if this fits with their requirements. Ask questions about: how often they meet, where the meetings are and how much of your time is needed outside of meetings. This will give you a good idea of the level of commitment that is expected.
Skills
What skills and experience do you have to offer? Not having any experience of the charity sector should not be a barrier to your involvement as a trustee, in fact many organisations are looking for skills from other sectors to enhance their board and provide a fresh perspective. Think about what you can contribute to the board, such as, great organisational skills, experience of strategy development, marketing or financial experience, access to your network, etc. The organisation will often have a clear idea of the skills they require so have a chat to see if you would be a good fit.
If you live with travelling distance of Gunsgreen House and think that you might have skills to benefit the strategic management of the Trust why not get in touch?
Please send an email to info@gunsgreenhouse.org with the subject heading “”New Trustee”.
