Why Start a Social Enterprise?
May 16, 2025
You’ve got an idea that could make a real difference — maybe it’s a community garden, a support group, a creative workshop, or a service for people who often get overlooked.But now you’re asking: Should I start a charity? Go self-employed? Set up a CIC?There’s no o...
For many small charities, CICs and community groups, the word evaluation can feel overwhelming. You’re busy delivering – juggling volunteers, doing the work on a shoestring budget – and suddenly you’re being asked for logic models, KPIs, and data dashboards.But here...
Across the UK, more employers are recognising the value of a neurodiverse workforce. But for too long, neurodivergent people – including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette’s – have faced barriers to getting in, staying in, and thriving at work.H...
How to Write Stronger Funding Applications in 2025
April 25, 2025
For many charities, CICs, and grassroots groups, securing funding is the difference between surviving and thriving. But with rising demand and limited grant pots, how do you make your application stand out in 2025?Here’s a practical guide to writing funding bids that are c...
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is transforming the way individuals and businesses keep their records and submit tax returns. If you're self-employed or a landlord, you've probably heard of MTD for VAT, but the next stage – MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA) – is now...
Why Social Enterprises Deserve to Be Taken Seriously
April 9, 2025
The government's Spring Statement paints a bleak overview of the state of the economy. But here's something:Social Enterprise UK (SEUK) thinks hope lies with their sector: “Social enterprises, co-operatives and community business are delivering real prosperity that people ...
Tax Considerations for Company Directors
March 12, 2025
Running a limited company in the UK can offer financial and operational flexibility, but it also comes with tax and compliance responsibilities. Whether you’re a new director or looking to stay updated on changes for the 2025-26 tax year, here’s what you need to know....
Making Tax Digital: What You Need to Know
February 21, 2025
The UK government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative is transforming the way businesses manage and submit their taxes. The scheme aims to simplify tax reporting, reduce errors, and make compliance more efficient through digital solutions. If your company is su...
Why Community is the Heart of Every Social Enterprise
February 12, 2025
Running a business in the charity sector isn’t just about making a difference—it’s about making that difference together. You can have the best intentions in the world, but without a strong community around you, you’ll be that person at the bake sale with a table ful...
Tips for Effective Non-Profit Marketing
December 2, 2024
“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.” —Charles DickensThere are a whole raft of reasons why people start up a non-profit business — sometimes even by accident, if you can believe that.But by far the most common reason cited is “to m...
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