Score Breakdown

The charity has 0.0 months of reserves, below the optimal minimum of 3 months. Building reserves provides a financial buffer against revenue shocks.

The charity's expense breakdown has not been manually verified. Submitting an accurate program/admin/fundraising expense split from audited financial statements unlocks the efficiency score and restores full financial weighting.

Term limits ensure regular board renewal and prevent entrenchment. A typical policy is 3 terms of 3 years.

An audit committee provides financial oversight and strengthens accountability. At least 2-3 board members with financial literacy.

A finance committee improves budgeting, investment oversight, and financial planning.

A documented conflict of interest policy protects the charity and its beneficiaries. Required for good governance.

A whistleblower protection policy encourages reporting of misconduct and demonstrates transparency commitment.

A formal remuneration policy ensures fair and transparent pay decisions for staff and executives.

Publishing executive pay bands or total compensation demonstrates accountability and builds trust with donors and funders.