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Lessons learned: trustee insights on preventing and responding to fraud in charities
- Article
- 04 Dec 2024
As a PhD Researcher from the University of Portsmouth, I interviewed officers of small charities who had experienced fraud for a recent study. These individuals shared valuable insights about how trustees can protect their charities against fraud.
Warning for charities with land across the South East of England
- Article
- 02 Dec 2024
The Charity Commission has sent this alert on behalf of the Environment Agency: criminals are currently targeting charities that own land across the South East of England.
Free resources: identify cyber vulnerabilities and create a tailored action plan for your charity
- Article
- 05 Nov 2024
In today’s digital age, charities are increasingly reliant on technology to manage donations, communicate with stakeholders, and deliver services. However, this growing reliance on online systems also exposes them to significant cyber threats. Finance professionals and trustees play a crucial role in ensuring their organization’s cybersecurity, yet many lack the resources or expertise to address vulnerabilities effectively.
Fraud Alert! Watch out for the latest scam!
- Article
- 27 Sep 2024
Fraudsters are always finding new ways to target charities. As a Community, we can support each other by sharing examples of fraud attempts to help us be vigilant and improve our internal controls. Would your charity have fallen for this latest scam?
HMRC warns of VAT bank details fraud
- Article
- 26 Apr 2024
Form VAT 484 has been used in fraudulent attempts to gain access to businesses’ VAT repayments.
Charity Fraud Report 2023
- Website
- 28 Nov 2023
Over a third of charities said they had experienced more instances of fraud in 2023 than in the previous year, and 67% of charities think that the cost-of-living crisis increases the risk of fraud in the sector. BDO’s 2023 Charity Fraud Report details the findings from their annual survey into the fraud landscape within the charity sector.
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Duty to report to the charity regulator(s)
- Helpsheets and support
- 01 Jul 2019
Technical helpsheet issued to highlight the circumstances in which charity independent examiners, auditors and trustees have a duty to report to the charity regulator(s).
Charity Fraud Awareness Week (27 Nov to 1 Dec): get involved!
- Article
- 01 Nov 2023
Every charity, NGO and not-for-profit is susceptible to fraud and cybercrime by criminals exploiting the current global crisis. Charities need to be aware of the risks and take steps to keep their money, people and data safe. The Fraud Advisory Panel and its supporters will be delivering the 8th annual Charity Fraud Awareness Week between Monday 27 November and Friday 1 December.
Charity Fraud Awareness Week: register for free events now
- Article
- 10 Oct 2023
Get involved in this year's campaign.
Charity Fraud Awareness Week: take part in our 2023 charity survey now
- Article
- 29 Aug 2023
Take an active role and complete the survey this year.
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