✅ Set Up a UK Charity or Non-Profit with Full Legal Compliance
Launching a charitable or non-profit organisation in the UK requires careful legal structuring, compliance with charity law, and registration with the Charity Commission. At YUDEY, we guide founders step by step — from selecting the right legal form to preparing governing documents and submitting your registration.
📌 What Qualifies as a Charity in the UK?
A charity is an organisation set up for exclusively charitable purposes and for the public benefit. It must meet the criteria set by the Charities Act 2011 and be registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (or OSCR in Scotland / CCNI in Northern Ireland).
Common charitable purposes include:
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Relief of poverty
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Advancement of education or religion
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Promotion of health or saving of lives
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Environmental protection
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Community development
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Support for the elderly or disadvantaged
✅ Benefits of Registering a Charity or Non-Profit
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✔️ Legal recognition and public trust
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✔️ Tax exemptions (e.g. Gift Aid, business rates relief)
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✔️ Access to charitable grants and funding
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✔️ Eligibility for UK and international donations
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✔️ Limited liability for trustees (if incorporated)
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✔️ Long-term sustainability for mission-driven organisations
🧾 Legal Structures Available
Structure | Suitable For |
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Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) | Medium to large charities needing legal personality |
Charitable Company Limited by Guarantee | Charities engaging in contracts or employing staff |
Charitable Trust | Family-based or asset-holding charities |
Unincorporated Association | Informal community groups (no legal status) |
Community Interest Company (CIC) | Social enterprises (not charities) |
🔧 What’s Included in Our Charity Registration Package
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Legal advice on the best structure for your mission
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Drafting governing documents (e.g. constitution, trust deed, or articles)
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Preparation and submission of Charity Commission application
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Support in defining charitable purposes and public benefit
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Appointment of trustees or directors
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Optional registration as a company with Companies House
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Guidance on opening a charity bank account
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Ongoing support with annual filings and compliance
🌍 Who We Help
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UK-based individuals and groups
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Faith-based organisations
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Migrant community initiatives
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International NGOs entering the UK
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Grant-seeking non-profits and foundations
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Family-run charities and charitable trusts
🛡️ Why Choose YUDEY?
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Specialists in UK charity and non-profit law
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End-to-end registration and compliance support
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Multilingual legal service (English, Ukrainian, Polish)
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Support for both new founders and existing unregistered organisations
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Trusted by socially-driven clients across the UK and Europe
📞 Start Your Charity or Non-Profit Today
Let’s build a legally strong foundation for your mission.
Contact YUDEY to register your UK charity or non-profit and create long-term social value with full legal confidence.
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