This page provides simple explanation of different types of not-for-profit organisation, and what to consider when choosing a legal structure. What is a not-for-profit organisation? Just want a straightforward community group? Things to consider when choosing a legal structure How will your organisation be funded? Will your organisation have voting members? Will your organisation incorporate? Will your organisation be charitable? Legal structures…
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AGM Checklist
Organising your Annual General Meeting What is the purpose of an AGM? To allow your members to hear reports from the Committee on the achievements and work of your group over the year. To elect the Committee for the next year. To make any changes to the constitution. Check your constitution for any regulations about your AGM For example: How often do you have to hold AGMs? How much notice are you required to give of the meeting? Who do you have t…
East Brighton Trust Fund
Grants available for: Community groups in East Brighton. Size of grants given: Up to £750 Next deadline: TBA Aims of Fund To support community groups in East Brighton. Who can apply Community groups and not-for-profit organisations which benefit people living in: Bates Estate, Higher Bevendean, Manor Farm, Moulsecoomb, Saunders Park, Bristol Estate, Craven Vale, Whitehawk How much and what can you apply for You can apply for up to £750 for any ev…
Allen Lane Foundation
Grants available for: Local voluntary groups or registered charities with an annual income below £100,000. Size of grants given: £500 to £15,000 per year Deadlines: No deadlines; trustees meet 3 times a year to consider applications Aims of Fund The Allen Lane Foundation aims to fund work which: Will make a lasting difference to people’s lives rather than simply alleviating the symptoms or current problems; Is aimed at reducing isolation, stigma …
Awards for All (National Lottery)
Grants available for: not-for-profit groups Size of grants given: £300 to £20,000 No deadlines. Aims of Fund To support communities with the things that are important to them, including mitigating the impact of the cost-of-living crisis and supporting them as they seek to recover, rebuild and grow following the Covid-19 pandemic. Also to help communities celebrate the national events that are important to them – such as The Coronation, The Eurovi…
Bank accounts for community groups
Information for community groups about choosing a bank and opening an account. Most community groups need to have a bank account in the name of the group. It is important for keeping track of your group’s money and making sure it does not get mixed up with individuals’ money. You also need a bank account in order to apply for grants, and should have one if you are collecting donations or fees. How to open an account Choosing a bank Bank accounts …
Budgets for community groups
A small groups’ guide to preparing and using budgets What is a budget Preparing a budget Using your budget What is a budget? A budget tells the story, in money terms, of what your group’s plans are. A budget can be annual – a plan for all the costs over a year. It can also be specific to a particular event or project that you are planning. You need a budget in order to apply for a grant, because you have to tell the funder exactly what you need t…
Chairing a meeting
This information sheet looks at what chairing a meeting involves, and how to do it. There are some useful tips and advice to help improve and develop your chairing skills. What makes a good chair? A good chair helps the meeting to run smoothly and efficiently. The person who chairs a meeting can sometimes be referred to as the ‘facilitator’. They will make sure that: all the business is discussed everyone’s views are heard clear decisions are rea…
BBC Children in Need Project Grants
Grants available for: projects supporting disadvantaged children and young people Size of grants: Up to £40,000 per year over 1-3 years (overall maximum £120,000) Next deadline: no deadlines Aims of Fund To create lasting, positive change across the UK for the children and young people who need it most. Who can apply Grants are given to not-for-profit organisations working with disadvantaged children and young people aged 18 years and under, livi…
Constitutions
A step-by-step guide to writing a constitution for a small community group. A constitution is simply the aims and rules that your group will use. It’s a statement of what your group is going to do and how it is going to do it. It is important because: Without this written understanding people can easily find themselves at cross purposes and the jobs won’t get done It will serve as a reference, and help to resolve problems in times of controversy …