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
Guidance around when a charity or voluntary organisation needs a bank account, and how to choose one and set it up.
Find out about some of the areas to consider when managing financial difficulties and insolvency
Learn about how to work though helping your organisation manage financial uncertainty
Learn more about your organisation's financial position and understanding the timings of financial challenges
A review of the voluntary sector's operating environment.
A guide for your organisation to look at the priorities and impact of other organisations in your area of work
Use this tool to help you identify the forces working for and against a particular option
Use this tool to help your organisation explore tradeoffs
Important things to consider before deciding to close your voluntary organisation
Every voluntary organisation should regularly ask whether it’s still well placed to achieve its goals
If your organisation is still financially viable, you may want to consider alternative options to closure
Whatever your reasons for considering closure, you’re likely to have legal responsibilities to follow
Steps you need to take before closing your organisation
Depending on your route to closure and your legal structure, you may have different legal duties and wider responsibilities