https://www.lawworks.org.uk/setting-cio
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/setting-up-a-charity-model-governing-documents
Business Plan
Consitution
Foundation (or Association)
Fill in objects of charity (idea)
13 heads of charity
Activities for public benefit (General or section) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/charitable-purposes/charitable-purposes
The advancement of education
“To advance the education of the public in general (and particularly amongst scientists) on the subject of particle physics and to promote research for the public benefit in all aspects of that subject and to publish the useful results.”
To advance the education of the public in the subject of [insert subject to be studied].
Advice and Counselling
The relief of the physical and mental sickness of persons in need by reason of addiction to [substance], in particular by the provision of counselling and support.
The promotion of human rights
Raising awareness of human rights issues;
To engage in political activity provided that the trustees are satisfied that the proposed activities will further the purposes of the charity to an extent justified by the resources committed and the activity is not the dominant means by which the charity carried out its objects.”
Relief of sickness
The advancement of health or the saving of lives
The relief of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
Any other charitable purposes
Application to Charity Commission
Constitution
Form by each trustee
Application form - long
1: What will the charity do to achieve objectives and work for public benefit
2: Fundraising strategy - how are you finding it
3: Children and vulnerable people
Trustees - not paid
Gavin
Clark
Tim
Mike
Sensi Seeds
Abby
Jon?
Apply to HMRA for gift aid status
