Fundraising: Grants & Donations

Need help with your funding and income?

Whether you are a theatre company navigating a complex Arts Council grant or a community project managing local donations, ensuring your fundraising is both effective and compliant is essential for long-term stability.

Our core services:

• Grant Agreement Review: Expertly vetting terms from ACE, local authorities, and private trusts to identify “land grabs” or unrealistic reporting.
• Donation & Major Gift Agreements: Drafting bespoke terms for significant gifts, covering naming rights, recognition, and donor conditions.
• Gift Aid & Tax Compliance: Navigating the complex “benefit” limits to ensure your charity maintains full tax relief eligibility.
• Corporate Sponsorship Contracts: Defining branding and exclusivity while protecting your theatre company’s creative independence.
• Ethical Fundraising Policies: Helping your board draft “Gift Acceptance” and “Refusal” policies to manage reputational risk.
• Regulatory Governance: Ensuring your digital appeals and memberships meet Fundraising Regulator and Charity Commission standards.
• Restricted vs. Unrestricted Funds: Providing clarity for your community project on managing project-specific assets without risk of misapplication.

By providing professional oversight of your income, we ensure your fundraising efforts translate into a sustainable financial foundation that satisfies both your auditors and your donors.