Job description:

Palace for Life Foundation, the official charity of Crystal Palace F.C., is seeking up to 3 new Trustees to help us expand our impact and change even more young lives across south London through the power of sport. Each Trustee will bring their own area of expertise to our Board, complementing our existing strengths and adding significant value to our organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from passionate individuals who have experience and skills in one or more of the following areas:

• High-Net-Worth (HNW) Fundraising
• Corporate Fundraising
• Employability Programmes
• Charitable Grant Funding (especially from public sector sources)
• Schools and Education
• Safeguarding
• Facilities Development and Management
• Youth Voice

Successful candidates will share our passion for using sport and the Palace brand to inspire young people, helping them lead healthier lives and achieve brighter futures. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, recognising the value that diverse perspectives bring to our Board.

Trustee Obligations:

• Attend 4 face-to-face Board meetings per year.
• Provide strategic oversight, expertise, and guidance to the charity.
• Represent and champion the Foundation in the wider community.
• Conduct regular meetings with staff counterpart/s.
• Take responsibility for matters relating to designated areas of the organisation.

This is a voluntary position and is not remunerated. The deadline for applications is 1st May 2025. The expected time commitment is approximately 1 day per month. The term length is 3 years, with potential to extend up to 9 years.

If you have the skills, passion, and commitment to help us grow and transform young lives, we would love to hear from you. Together, let's harness the power of Palace to make an even greater difference in our community.