Glossary

Applications for grants or contracts.

An approach in an organisation or community dominated by ‘people at the top’, which does not allow for independent action by people lower down.

Charities sell products or services to raise income.

A person who gives their time for free to lead or steer voluntary organisations. Trustees set the direction for the organisation and are legally and financially responsible for it. Sometimes trustees are given other titles, such as governors, councillors, management committee members or directors.