What to consider when deciding on investments
Help and guidance around tax and trading laws and procedures for your organisation
Charities are usually exempt from paying corporation or income tax, but there are some situations where you might become liable
When do charities need to consider VAT and what are the exemptions?
How to trade as a charity, and what the risks are
Charities are allowed to trade under certain circumstances, but if you've decided to develop a trading activity which is not allowed, you'll need to establish a trading subsidiary. Here's how.
Guidance around Gift Aid and GASDS
Gift Aid is a scheme which allows charities to claim an extra 25p for every £1 donated
GASDS is a top up on small cash donations without using Gift Aid
Guidance on complying with with HMRC Making Tax Digital reporting requirements
The Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP shares support for the voluntary sector in the wake of riots and unrest across England
We share key findings from a new report that highlights the digital barriers stopping many disabled adults from fully participating in volunteering
A round-up of the key conversations and takeaways from the Labour Party Conference
NCVO's governance consultant Mo Wiltshire shares highlights from the Charity Commission’s recent research into trustee confidence
Baroness Delyth Morgan was confirmed as NCVO's new president. Two new trustees, Ruth Marvel and Louise Posocco, were also appointed
Published annually by NCVO, the Almanac is the definitive publication on the state of the voluntary sector. Widely cited by the media, it is used extensively by sector leaders, policy makers, journalists and academics.
A survey of the voluntary sector
Our round-up of the new Labour government’s spending plans and what they mean for charities and communities
Our Service Directory connect members with specialists who can save our members time and money. Each specialist has experience working with charities and voluntary organisations.
Learn about what divestment is and the aims and impacts of divesting from fossil fuels
Access our guidance to help you decide if you should set up a new charity, voluntary organisation or community group
What you need to consider when choosing your legal structure and the main characteristics of different legal structures
Find out what charity status is and if you need to register as a charity
Find out about social enterprises and their associated legal structures
Find out what information should be included in your charity's governing document
Understand your core legal responsibilities to your employees
A short summary of your general legal obligations to paid members of staff
A quick introduction to employment law on the conditions of employment