The Directory of Social Change have published an online article entitled ‘We want to hold a fundraising event – is there anything we need to know?’

Topics covered include:

• What sort of event?
• Can we do it?
• Who is responsible for the event?
• Risk Assessment
• Tax and VAT

Written by a Solicitor, the article whilst only giving general advice, could help your charity get started in fundraising events which can be an effective way of generating income for your charity while getting donors and the community involved.

Read the guide at www.dsc.org.uk