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Charity Commission publishes updated fundraising guidance

17 Jun 2016 - 10:48 by michelle.foster

The Charity Commission said that Charity fundraising: a guide to trustee duties (CC20), which calls for trustees to ensure that fundraising reflects their charity's values, was part of its response to some of the high-profile problems identified with fundraising practices over the past year. What charities and their trustees need to consider when fundraising from the public. This guidance explains what trustees need to do to comply with the law relating to the management and control of their fundraising.

The guide sets out 6 principles the trustees should follow to achieve this. The 6 principles are:
• plan effectively
• supervise your fundraisers
• protect your charity’s reputation, money and other assets
• follow fundraising laws and regulation
• follow recognised standards for fundraising
• be open and accountable

For further information and to view the guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/charities-and-fundraising-cc20?utm_source=LINX+427+-+9+June+&utm_campaign=LINX427&utm_medium=email

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