Community Interest Companies: an introductory guide
A Community Interest Company (a 'CIC') is a corporate vehicle which was introduced under companies legislation in 2005, specifically for...
07 February, 2022
Author: SAVS
A quick guide to CICs v CIOs
We are often asked about the benefits and disadvantages of Community Interest Companies (CICs) and Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs). Here...
07 February, 2022
Corporate Governance of CICs
This document, produced by the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies provides guidance on the correct governance structures...
07 February, 2022
CIC business activities: forms and step-by-step guidelines
This in-depth guide produced by the government provides details and guidance on all aspects of setting up a Community Interest...
07 February, 2022
Legal Structures for Social Enterprises
When setting up your social enterprise it is important to have the right legal structure. DLA Piper have created a fantastic...
07 February, 2022
Do’s and don’ts of completing an application to incorporate a CIC
This useful information was created by the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies. You can view the original...
07 February, 2022
Community Investment Fund: Seeking Funding Proposals up to £10,000 per Year
The Community Investment Fund is managed and delivered by the Community Investment Board, made up of local residents volunteering their...
20 December, 2021
CIF awards grants to support Young People’s Mental Health
The Community Investment Fund is managed and delivered by the Community Investment Board, made up of local residents volunteering their...
14 December, 2021
Community Investment Fund: Improving Young People’s Mental Health
Funding available now for activities enabling young people in Southend to improve their mental health… Hosted by SAVS, the Community Investment...
25 October, 2021
Well, Ready and Together
Southend Association of Voluntary Services (SAVS) have been awarded £536,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund (TNLCF) Reaching Communities programme....
26 May, 2021
