Bigger than expected increases in charity audit thresholds is good news
Significantly increased audit and independent examiner thresholds for charities are good news, will lead to reduced costs and make it easier for charities to grow.
How to ensure your christmas charity event is exempt from tax
With many charities planning Christmas fundraising events, it’s a good time to remember that such events can qualify for exemption from VAT and other taxes - but only if they fulfil some specific conditions.
Free webinar for charities to outline implications of new statement of recommended practice
Charity managers and trustees are being given the chance to learn about important new rules on how they prepare their accounts, at a special free webinar.
Using fundraising agencies: You are not outsourcing ultimate responsibility
With more charities outsourcing fundraising, proactive management of the agency is vital to avoid falling foul of the Fundraising Regulator.
VAT exemption for charities and eligible bodies holding fundraising events
Charities and other qualifying bodies, such as non-profit making entities, have now received some clarity about the VAT liability of fundraising events.
Beware entering into "novel, contentious and repercussive" transactions without DfE approval
Seeking DfE consent for ‘Novel, Contentious and Repercussive’ transactions is vital.
Diversifying income – an increasing priority for charities
In a world in which the fundraising environment has changed drastically, charities need to think seriously about diversifying their income.
Why being a charity trustee is a good idea?
Becoming a trustee doesn’t just benefit the charity involved, but offers many rewards to the individual, says Kyle Smith of Lovewell Blake’s Charities team.