Charity eligibility checklist

This guided checklist walks clubs through key criteria set by charity regulators (such as OSCR or the Charity Commission), including:

• Whether the club’s purposes meet the definition of charitable purposes

• How the club delivers public benefit

• How income is used and managed

• Governance and accountability considerations

• Potential conflicts with trading or profit-making activities

It helps clubs identify if they are aligned with legal requirements for charitable status and highlights any areas needing attention or change.

Charity Calculator

Our charity calculator estimates potential financial benefits of becoming a charity, such as:

• Eligible Gift Aid returns based on current donation levels

• Savings through access to nonprofit software and services

• Eligibility for charity-specific grants and tax relief

Club Development Academy

Club Assist unlocks full access to the complete Club Development Academy, giving your club the tools and knowledge to grow with confidence. This includes all educational modules covering the five core pillars of successful club development: People, Finances, Foundations, Community, and Facilities.

Funding Database

As part of the Club Assist package, clubs gain exclusive access to our funding database, a regularly updated resource tailored specifically for grassroots and community sports clubs. Our database includes:

• A curated list of local, national, and sport-specific funding opportunities

• Searchable filters by region, sport, type of funding, and eligibility criteria

Whether you're looking for support with equipment, facility improvements, community programmes, or operational costs, this targeted funding database helps your club access the financial support it needs to thrive.

Monthly Newsletter

As part of our ongoing support, clubs subscribed to any of our packages receive our Monthly Club Development Newsletter—a valuable resource designed to keep your club informed, inspired, and equipped for success.

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Each month, the newsletter delivers a round-up of new funding opportunities, governance updates, and important sector news, helping your club stay ahead of deadlines and policy changes. You'll also find real-world case studies showcasing what’s working in other community clubs, alongside tips, insights, and reflections. We regularly highlight newly released templates, toolkits, and learning modules from the Club Development Academy to ensure you're making the most of all available resources.