Charities and non-charities can develop a healthy
partnership
Important new guidance issued by the Charity Commission
'Guidance for Charities' connected with a non-charity'
suggests how charities might properly manage and review their
connections with non-charitable organisations. The guidance says
charities can establish and maintain close relationships with
non-charities, in order to help charities make a positive
difference to their beneficiaries. However, it also indicates that
the Commission considers risks and challenges can come with these
relationships.
How Did We Get Here?
The Charity Commission's regulatory concerns in recent times
prompted the regulator's attention in this area. In its most
recent annual report, its regulatory case work has identified these
examples of concern: