Set Up A Charity

If you' re ready to set up a charity, start by getting really clear on your mission. Write out a short, clear description of what your charity will do, who you' ll help, why your aims are important and how you' re going to reach them. This is your mission statement— use it to help guide you and keep you on track as you get deeper into the planning process. Then, often review it to make sure you' re staying true to your original vision. Second, create a detailed business plan for how to achieve your mission. In your business plan, explain your strategy for your first 5 years of operation, including how you'll make money, how you' ll spend it and how you plan to operate.

To attract attention for the charity, begin by focusing on your website— an important tool for raising awareness and drawing potential donors. Create an“About Us” page that directly describes your mission and what you' re doing to reach your goals. Keep your website up-to-date with information about upcoming events and recent accomplishments. Then increase awareness on social media. Stay active on your social media pages by publicizing fundraisers, sharing posts from similar organizations and interacting with your followers.