What safeguarding risks are associated with public fundraising?
What to consider when fundraising through a third party
Guidance on handling money while fundraising
Information about DBS checks and tools to help you understand the law as it applies to the roles in your organisation
Learn more about the types of DBS checks you (or your employer) can apply for.
Learn how to decide which DBS checks to apply for.
Find out when to ask about criminal history and how to handle employing someone with a criminal record.
Identify the safeguarding risks of a new staff or volunteer role before deciding which DBS check may be appropriate.
Learn more about what kind of DBS check a new trustee might need.
Learn about keeping information safe, how to process ID checks and more.
Making sure people take on the right roles and responsibilities to keep people safe
Preparing staff and volunteers so they’re ready to deal with problems when they happen
Identifying the types of harm that people you work with might experience
Find training designed for charities, voluntary organisations and community groups
Find organisations that can help you plan and review your safeguarding work
Find out who this guide is for and how to use it
Find out about the key legal sources that we refer to in this guide
Find out where charities' duties of care can arise from and who they might affect
The key duties for charities and volunteer organisations regarding insurance
Find out about the Charity Commission's expectations for reporting incidents