As a member of Shepherds Friendly, you come first. We take pride in doing the right thing, so we try to make a positive difference through the products and service we provide. We know that a great way to make sure this happens is to listen to you.
Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a great opportunity to have your say on how we’re run. This year, it took place on Wednesday 30th September 2026.
What is the AGM?
An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is an event that takes place once a year where members of an organisation come together. At our AGM, we have an introduction from our Chair, followed by a summary of the previous year, before our resolutions and votes are discussed. There is also time dedicated to answering our members’ questions.
When is the AGM?
Our 2026 AGM took place on Wednesday 30th September at 5.15pm.
How do I vote?
Please note that voting for our 2026 AGM has now closed. We’ll be in touch with details of how you can get involved in our 2027 AGM.
Important AGM documents:
Although voting has closed, you can still view our 2026 documents below.
AGM 2026 Voting Guide & Information Booklet
Making an impact
We want our AGM to make a wider difference, so for every vote submitted ahead of the AGM, we will donate £1.00 to Seashell Trust. They are a national charity that supports children and young adults with complex disabilities.
At the 2026 AGM, thanks to our members’ votes, we raised a total of £1,247 for Seashell Trust, which will form part of our annual donation at the end of the year.
Where can I find out what happened at this year’s AGM?
Our 2026 AGM minutes will be available to view on this page soon.
Is the AGM the only way I can give feedback as a member?
The AGM is not the only way you can keep in contact or share your thoughts. We encourage members to get in touch all year round in a variety of ways: through our Member Services team, regular feedback surveys throughout your time with us, or via our social media and review platforms.
You can also reach out to our Senior Independent Director, Alison McKinna at any time. She’s here to listen to any feedback or concerns you may have about the way we do things here at Shepherds Friendly. You can get in touch at yourvoice@shepherdsfriendly.co.uk.
We value all feedback and take it seriously. Our members really matter, so we aim to use feedback to improve our service and products.
If you have any questions about our AGM or if you would like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our Member Services team using our help and support form.
