Charity & CIC Setup Hub

A free guide for people setting up a UK charity, Community Interest Company, social enterprise, community project, voluntary group or non-profit organisation.

A free guide for people setting up a UK charity, Community Interest Company, social enterprise, community project, voluntary group or non-profit organisation.

Important: A charity and a CIC are not the same thing. A charity is regulated by the Charity Commission. A CIC is a limited company regulated by Companies House and the CIC Regulator. Some organisations may need specialist legal or accounting advice before choosing a structure.
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This page provides general information and signposting. Check the linked official source for the latest rules, deadlines and service details.