the basics

Inside the basics:

• Introduction to the non profit sector

  Are you a new volunteer, member of staff or trustee? This section is all about making sense of the non profit sector.

• Setting up a non profit organisation

  What to do before you set something up. Guide to the different types of non profit organisation, including how to register as a charity and the types of social enterprise. Plus guides and case studies on starting out.

• Working for a non profit: the background

  Key questions you might ask if you are considering working for a non profit organisation.

• Working for a non profit: your options

  Essential information if you are thinking of working, volunteering, or becoming a trustee for a non profit organisation.

• How organisations are funded

  An introduction to where non profit organisations get their money.

• How you can support a charity

  Different ways you can support causes you care about.

• Discussion forums

  Talk to others, ask questions and share expertise and knowledge on one of the KnowHow forums.

• Setting up an organisation forum [Not enough votes]

  Ask questions and share experience if you are setting up a new charity, community group or social enterprise.