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Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations
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Finance & business management

Involved in running a voluntary organisation? Find detailed information on a range of finance and business topics, including financial responsibilities for voluntary organisations and how to get the most out of your business planning.

Bank accounts

Have a look at our bank account comparison table and find advice on key things to consider when choosing a bank account

Water and sewerage exemption scheme

Find out about this scheme which is available to registered charities and community amateur sports clubs (CASCs)

Accounts & reporting

Discover the best approach to financial record keeping and reporting. Find out when an auditor is required and much more

Tax & VAT

Information on VAT, Corporation Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Council Tax, business rates and more - we've also got pointers to other relevant sources of information

Organisational development

Organisational development is the name given to work that helps charities grow and change, such as quality or performance improvement

Property

It should be straightforward for charities and voluntary organisations to buy or rent property, for their own use or as an investment, as well as to sell or lease

Insurance

Your organisation can buy insurance to protect its money, people, property and reputation. Insurance is required by law if your organisation employs staff or operates vehicles on public roads

Trading

Trading is an important source of funding for the voluntary sector, but it can expose your organisation to risk. So before you decide to trade, you need to carefully consider a number of questions and take advice

Subsidy control

Subsidy control is the legal framework that applies to certain forms of financial assistance provided by public authorities to organisations.

Framework Agreements

Find out about agreements with Scottish Government and a range of suppliers which might entitle your organisation to discounts and benefits
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The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises.
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2026. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation.
Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.