Charities

Whilst the charity sector has historically relied upon volunteers and unpaid trustees, the industry is becoming more entrepreneurial without losing its primary purpose of serving a community or social group.

Moore and Smalley’s experience in advising charities and not-for-profit organisations is extensive. This sector is a substantial part of our business and our specialist team advises some of the best known organisations in the region. We currently act for over 130 registered charities from Lancashire and Cumbria, with a combined annual income in excess of £71.5m p.a. putting us amongst the top specialist charity auditors in the UK.

With charities subject to distinct legal requirements, accounting rules and taxation statutes, the demand for an expert team which understands the precise requirements of this sector is high. Some of our clients within this sector have been with Moore and Smalley for over 50 years - an amazing feat which cements our reputation and expertise in this field. We are also able to offer 'tried and tested' advice to trustees, as a number of our charity team are themselves trustees of registered charities.

Click here (opens in a new window) to meet some of the key members of our charity and not-for-profit team.

For a no obligation consultation, contact Christine Wilson on 01772 821021

Event - All you need to know about becoming an academy

The Moore and Smalley charity team also work with a number of schools, helping them to gain academy status and guiding them through the application process. We are hosting a workshop for schools, advising them on becoming a limited company, the tax and VAT implications, and HR and payroll issues. If you would like more information, or would like to book a place, please contact us on 01772 821021.

Charity Update Seminar

In July, Moore and Smalley held two successful seminars for charitable organisations. Our specialist team gave an in depth update on a number of important areas which are currently affecting the sector. Topics included; VAT and giftaid, the implications of public benefit, grants and funding, pensions and investments, and trustees responsibilities. If you would like any information on the topics please contact us on 01772 821021.

Our Publications

Charity Update

Our quarterly update for charities and not-for-profits

Charity Update Spring 2010

In this issue we look at the important changes in charity reporting requirements, Gift Aid on admissions and membership, claiming VAT from Grant money, and alternative investments.

To read earlier editions, go to our archive

Useful Links

The Charity Commission - the regulator and registrar of charities in England & Wales
Charity Choice - the encyclopaedia of charities on the Internet
Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs - the Revenue and Customs information page for charities