Good data management for charities

Collect and manage your data properly and legally, following the latest data protection laws.  The rules are referred to as the ‘General Data Protection Regulations’, or ‘GDPR’, and to meet them you need to:

• Be clear about how you are using an individual’s data
• Make sure they agree you can use it
• Let people easily opt out, or request to be removed from your data if they want to

Legal guidance on charity fundraising

If you’re a Trustee, read the Charity Commission’s Guidance on Charity Fundraising so you’re aware of your legal duties.

Follow recognised fundraising standards – the Code of Fundraising Practice outlines the legal rules that apply.

Guides on GDPR and Charitable Fundraising

Read these useful guides on data management and GDPR for charities so you’re well-informed about the legal requirements.  The guides are produced by the Institute of Fundraising and Fundraising Regulator, and reviewed by the Information Commissioner:

Introduction to Charitable Fundraising
Spotlight on Fundraising 
Spotlight on Community Fundraising 
Spotlight on Corporate Fundraising
Spotlight on Legacies 
Spotlight on Charitable Trust fundraising