Thank you for your interest in applying to become a Treasurer.
I became Chair of Scope just over 4 years ago. During that time, my Trustee colleagues and I have supported Scope in its role as a national campaigning organisation.
Our mission at Scope is to end disability inequality and support greater opportunities for the 16 million disabled people in the UK. We campaign to transform attitudes, tackle injustice, and inspire action. We support local people to drive change in their communities. And we provide opportunities, information, and support that empowers disabled people and their families.
But we know we can only achieve an equal future by working with others. That’s why we collaborate with businesses committed to closing the disability employment gap. With companies ready to influence attitudes. And with organisations that want to help end the extra costs disabled people face. Fundraising is vital to this work. The more we raise, the more social change we can achieve.
I hope this gives you an insight into the enormous dedication and passion of the whole team at Scope. It’s this culture of inclusion and achievement which awaits you as a new Trustee. We work to create an equal future with disabled people. We won’t rest until every disabled person is fully included in society and, above all, has the opportunity to reach their potential.
To help you to succeed as a Treasurer in governing and steering Scope to deliver its mission, we have a Board strategic and development programme. You will have a buddy (an established member of the team) to help you. They will welcome you onto the Board so that you can benefit from another colleague’s shared experience and perspective.
This is a really exciting time to join Scope as we have recently launched our new strategy. I hope what you read in this short note will inspire you to put yourself forward for the role of Treasurer. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. We look forward to hearing from you.
Sir Robin Millar, CBE