Running a charity can be hard work, even if you really enjoy doing it. As the charity regulator, we try to keep the rules simple for smaller charities. But there are other rules that charities need to know about, which apply to lots of organisations, not just charities. And if you want to run any organisation successfully, large or small, charity or business, you need to plan. Planning helps you to achieve your aims and avoid problems.
This section can help you run your charity more easily. The following three options are aimed at small or newer charities, and for trustees just starting out:
If you are more confident, look at our website section on charity governance to find out more about how to run your charity well. This includes more detailed guidance on risk management.