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Governance, Management and Business Skills Training Courses

Training for trustees and managers working in voluntary and community organisations

HCF Training and Development provides a range of courses for organisations aiming to improve their governance and management. We want to help organisations to be well run and to operate efficiently.
Trustee Training

All our open Trustee courses have now finished. However, you can apply for Better Boards programme which offers in-house training for boards and short seminars. Click here for more information.

HCF Training and Development and #TeamHerts have also developed a complete set of guidance and resources to help organisations run their trustee boards. Click here for more information and to download the Building Effective Boards guidance document and templates.


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High Sheriff Awards celebrate charitable projects across Hertfordshire
Liz Green, the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, publicly recognised and rewarded ten Hertfordshire voluntary organisations at the 2024 High Sheriff Awards ceremony held on Tuesday, 26 March 2024. The annual Awards, now in their 29th year, celebrate the excellent work undertaken by charitable groups and individuals who have made a significant contribution to Hertfordshire’s communities.
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Affinity Water supports The Red Shed Garden Project
Hertfordshire Community Foundation is delighted to announce the recent grant funding allocation to The Red Shed Garden Project, a charity dedicated to supporting individuals living with dementia in Hertfordshire. This funding, made possible through our partnership with Affinity Water and facilitated by our grant-making efforts, highlights our joint commitment to addressing local needs and promoting social well-being.
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Complete the HCF Environmental Sustainability Survey
Ensuring a resilient future for Hertfordshire charities in the face of climate changeIn light of the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable communities, it is crucial for charities to build resilience for an uncertain future. At Hertfordshire Community Foundation, we're planning a comprehensive support programme to empower local charities to improve their sustainability.
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4 Tax-efficient ways to donate to HCF
Giving to Hertfordshire Community Foundation (HCF) offers a fantastic opportunity to support local grassroots charities. Not only does it empower local community causes, but it also allows you to minimise your tax burden concurrently, making charitable contributions a savvy decision.
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