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Register to vote Register by 18 June to vote in the General Election on 4 July.
How to identify partners to work with, draw up agreements and fundraise for other charities.
The Charity Commission offers advice to all charities as it closes its case into the Actors’ Benevolent Fund.
Key issues and questions for charities to consider based on insights from our casework into campaigning and political activity during previous election periods.
How to raise funds effectively and legally, protecting the public’s trust and confidence in your charity’s work.
How your charity or not-for-profit organisation can check if a fundraising event qualifies for VAT exemption.
You can start to raise funds for your charity once you have your governing document and trustees in place.
Find out what a charity is, how VAT affects charities, how to treat a charity's income for VAT and what VAT reliefs a charity can get on what it buys.
In 2023, the SIA gave 1000 Black Boys CIC £10,000 to inspire and support young black men and their families.
How to link charities to make accounting and reporting easier.
How to claim Corporation Tax relief when your limited company donates money, land, property or shares to charity
Tax relief on donations, Gift Aid, payroll giving, leaving a gift in your will, keeping tax records; find a charity; donating land, property or shares
How to register your charity once it has been set up, what you need before you start your application and what happens after you apply.
Find guidance on raising funds for your charity and what trustees need to consider.
Find out how the scheme works, including issuing shares and raising money, and how to submit your compliance statement.
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry following concerns over how charitable funds have been used by a now sanctioned individual.
Apply for a Temporary Work - Charity Worker visa to do unpaid charity work - eligibility, documents, family members
How to legally raise money for your charity through legacies and wills.
To start a charity you need trustees, to choose a business structure, decide suitable charitable purposes and you may have to register with the Charity Commission
Today the SIA announced the award of £72,000 from its grant for good causes fund to 7 registered charities and community interest companies across the UK.
Understand the rules for making payments to trustees, including trustee expenses
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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