Can a CIC convert to a CIO?

You can convert a CIC Limited by Guarantee or a CIC Limited by Shares (as long as the share capital is fully paid up) to a charity CIO.

How do I convert a limited company to a CIC?

To convert a company to a CIC, complete 4 documents - F37 Company Conversion Declaration, CIC Model Articles of Association, Special Resolution to Convert to a CIC and Form NM01 Change of Name. Post these to Companies House with a cheque for £25. Charity Excellence has a free guide on how to do this.

Why convert A CIC to a CIO?

A charity CIO is more bureaucratic to run than a CIC but it is entitled to significant charitable tax reliefs that are not available to a CIC and is also much easier to fundraise for.

How do I convert a CIC company to a charity?

To convert a CIC to a charity, prepare a resolution to convert, adopt the Charity Commission model CIO constitution and prepare a resolution adopting the CIO constitution, then apply for charitable status.

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How To Convert A CIC Company To A Charity CIO

You can convert private limited companies, community interest companies (CICs) and charitable companies, but not charitable trusts or unincorporated associations. This guide explains each type of company conversion, what you need to do and gives you links to the specific company conversion guidance and documents you'll need.

Charity Commission Complaints Procedure And Charity Complaints Policy Template

Advice on the Charity Commission complaints procedure - how to complain about them, or to complain about or report a charity, including the procedures and free templates that you can use, including Decision Reviews, the 1st Tier (Charity) Tribunal, SARs and FOIAs.

UK CIC and Charity Constitution Templates & Model Governing Documents

What a charity constitution is, how to choose and download the right Charity Commission governing document template for a CIO, Charitable Company or Trust, Small Charity, Club and also Community Interest Company (CICs) constitution (articles) templates. Plus FAQS on the most common questions about constitutions, purposes, objects and names.

How to Register and Set Up A UK Charity or CIC

A low cost, friendly charity and CIC registration service from an expert not a salesperson and my free registration guides enable you to register your charity or CIC yourself at no cost, if you prefer. If you want help, I offer a Charity Commission registration service, register CICs, register charities with HMRC, review draft registration applications, draft responses to Charity Commission queries, draft appeals, and convert companies to CICs and CICs to charities.

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