We're delighted to share that our Safe and Sound Good Governance Award has just been renewed, following several months of hard work. 

Safe and Sound is an accreditation scheme run by Reading Voluntary Action (RVA). It covers all aspects of running a charity, from management and finances to safeguarding, health and safety and equality, diversity and inclusion.  

We're very grateful to Herjeet from RVA, for working closely with our Chair of Trustees, Catherine, and Manager Kelly to help us assess and improve our policies and procedures to ensure we made the grade.

Catherine told RVA, "Achieving Safe and Sound gives the trustee board confidence that strong foundations are in place. It supports good decision-making, strengthens accountability and demonstrates commitment to high standards. Above all, it reinforces trust – with families, volunteers and funders – that the charity is responsibly run." 

Kelly added, "Safe and Sound has given us confidence that the foundations of our charity are strong, so we can focus on supporting families in the best ways possible."

Herjeet visited the office to present the certificate and celebrate our achievement with tea and cake. 

Read more on the RVA website.