As a not-for-profit organisation, we are all responsible for ensuring that we spend our money wisely; funds raised by our branch and group network, or monies raised centrally. These funds are prioritised to ensure we meet our key core objectives, providing care and improving the quality of life for those living with MND, investing in the very best research and also campaigning.
On average, branches and groups have contributed in excess of £2.5 million each year.
Thank You for Your Support
We truly appreciate the vital role you play in ensuring the smooth running of our branch and group finances. Your dedication makes a real difference.
To help you carry out your responsibilities with confidence and clarity, we’ve provided a range of tools, guidance, and support:
- Volunteer Expenses Policy
- Expenses Claim Forms
- Finance Guide
To support new finance volunteers, we kindly ask that they attend a training session—either virtual or face-to-face—led by our finance team.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact us at:
📧 branchandgroupfinance@mndassociation.org
General guidance
- Financial planning
- Income and expenditure
- Acceptance of Gifts
- Acceptance and refusal of donations
- Gift aid (Gift Aid form)
- Expenses - information on our expenses policy can be found here
- Insurance - further guidance on insurance can be found here
Treasurer and Finance Officer guidance
Partnership working
As volunteers you can get used to working within specific geographical areas for the benefit of local people affected by MND. However, there are also benefits to be gained from working in partnership with our neighboring branches and groups.
By joining forces with other branches or groups you may be able to:
- raise awareness over a much greater geographical area, or attract the interest of the regional media
- joint fund equipment
- share expertise or pass on ideas that have been successful in your own branch/group area
- share volunteers, maybe for a fundraising event such as a street collection.
There are other examples of branches and groups who have worked together on various different activities, the following guidance will give some examples and suggestions on how to get started on partnership working.