Charity Commission launch simplified constitution for very small charities

The Charity Commission has launched a simplified model constitution for very small charities.

The new constitution provides a practical framework for charities with an income of under £5,000. It uses language that is easy to understand and at only 700 words long it covers all the requirements for a very small charity which does not employ people or own land.
 
Charities with an income of less than £5,000 do not need to register with the Charity Commission, but are still subject to charity law. If the income of the charity grows larger than £5,000, the charity will need to register with the Commission and will then need a more comprehensive governing document.

For more information visit www.charitycommission.gov.uk/registration/smallcharity.asp