Charities, volunteering and honours

Services

  • Search the charity register to find details of registered charities in England and Wales including contact information, activities, latest financial reports and current trustees.

  • Submit a claim for Gift Aid, the Gift Aid small donation scheme (GASDS) and other income; schedule spreadsheets; registering and enrolling for a Charities Online account; activation codes

  • To start a charity you need trustees, to choose a business structure, decide suitable charitable purposes and you may have to register with the Charity Commission

  • How to apply for a medal or veterans badge - who can apply, application forms, contact details, how long it takes, replacement military medals or badges

  • Find volunteering opportunities, and volunteer rights, pay, expenses, age limits, criminal record checks.

Guidance and regulation

Research and statistics

Policy papers and consultations

Transparency and freedom of information releases