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we are a very small charity that has recently been registered with charity commission has been asked to complete a corporation tax return and i am unsure how to do this as the we dont have the softwa...
HMRC say they're withdrawing their online platform that lets you submit tax returns. Does anyone have recommendations for inexpensive (or free) software, that will produce a CT600? And even charity s...
I'm looking for recommendations for a good staff expense claim software. I've always used Excel for staff expense claims but my boss wants me to seek out an online platform. We currently use Sage50 b...
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Does anyone have tips for keeping high engagement on charity websites without making the UI feel cluttered? We are struggling to balance donation buttons with actual storytelling.
I run a CIC focused on improving early careers exposure and practical pathways between education and the world of work. We are now at the stage of seeking the right funding routes to move from develo...
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Hi everyone. I have just registered to Charity Connect as I am looking at setting up a community interest company relating to language learning. I have recently started to advertise for 3-5 non-execu...
Hi, I'm manager of a charity shop, and I'm looking for some advice on one of my volunteers. He's been a volunteer for a while, longer than I've been with the company. He's a very hard worker, but has...
Hi everyone I posted two volunteer roles on Reach Volunteering 3 weeks ago and barely an acknowledgement. One is for fundraiser and the other for Corporate engagement and impact consultant. We operat...
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Hi, my name is Julia and I've recently on taken Comms and Marketing responsibilities at the non-profit I work for. I have been doing this informally for the past couple of years but now my role has c...
Hi everyone, I have been working as a fundraiser for 8 years now, but have recently been given a project to work on for 12 to 18 months for In Memory of Giving. This is a completely new area for me a...
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Hello everyone, We've experienced AI bots/people pretending to be someone else completing surveys or forms where payments or vouchers are used as incentives and we’re keen to learn from others’ exper...
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Hi All, Advice please on Banking Hubs. Run by Post Offices with knowledge of major banks. Are any Finance departments using this facility to reconcile their income. Does any reference per usual ban...
Hi all, I’m a Finance Manager at a UK charity and relatively new to charity accounting / SORP . We’re currently reviewing how we structure our accounting dimensions (using QuickBooks Online, but advi...
Hi everyone Just wondering if there are any UK charities on here who are using Zeffy? If you are and you wouldn't mind sharing your experience (whether that's good or bad!), I'd be really grateful fo...
Just in case you haven't read Business News Wales today, not open for applications yet but an £800m new grant fund is a pretty decent amount. Bute Energy Community Benefit Fund for Wales will support...
A member of the charity overspent £50 of their own money on a printer. They have the receipt and it's dated March 2025, because there was insufficient cash in the tin for £200 Is it correct to write...
My employer has asked me to write a new handbook for staff AND volunteers at our animal rescue centre which will replace two previously separate ones. I feel we could be on potentially dodgy ground h...
Hello As a trustee/financial officer for my own volunteer run charity, I use my experience to offer affordable flexible bookkeeping and bid writing services to other small charities and enterprises....
Hi, has anyone created a form / agreement for their volunteer drivers with regards to the new eye sight test requirements which came in on 1 April?
Hi, I've been working at a hospital charity in Northampton for nearly two years as an Individual Giving Lead. Previously, I've worked in fundraising/supporter care, so this is a new area for me. I'v...
I have just received the latest statement for Give as You Live so looked on-line at the donations. Does anyone do any personal thanking of the donor (anonymous/not-anonymous)? And for any that put...
Which social media is used most often? Instagram? Facebook? Twitter/X? LinkedIn? TikTok? Blue-sky? Snapchat?
Hi all! I'm looking for some advice on events booking platforms e.g. Eventbrite etc. Up to now we've been using embedded forms via our website. However, we're having repeated glitching issues with ou...
Hello, Would we need an accountant to change from a foundation to a registered charity, along with obtaining gift aid? Income less than £25,000 Thank you
Hi For several years we have used Equals prepaid cards for our charity expenses abroad. However Equals no longer waive the fee for charities and at £25 per month it's just too much. We only use the c...
Hi all I am in the process of appointing two new trustees. I have gone through the process of interview and making formal checks against disqualification. Each trustee has signed an Automatic Disqual...
We are beginning the discovery phase of creating a Case for Change for a new Volunteer Management Solution. With 1,400 amazing volunteers working remotely across the British Isles, we want to make su...
Hello everyone, I hope all is well. I wanted to ask what In Mem Supporter looks like to you and what rules do you set, differentiating between a way of giving and NOK supporters I.e. the wider suppor...
I am new to trusts and foundations fundraising and am exploring core funding opportunities; however, I have been struggling to find places for this. For context, I am applying on behalf of a small c...
Hi, I work for an Inclusive Cycling Charity called Wheels For All and looking for funding for a van. Please can anybody help point me in the right direction? Many thanks, Rob