Basic finance tutorial videos
22 February, 2022Last modified6 January, 2026NICVA has developed a series of tutorial videos to help treasurers and trustees of small to medium sized voluntary led organisations understand the basics of financial record keeping and good financial governance.
People with significant control - PSC
4 July, 2016Last modified4 February, 2026From 18 November 2025 companies are no longer required to keep a Register of individuals or legal entities that have control over them, known as ‘people with significant control (PSC)’ and ‘relevant legal entities (RLEs)’. Companies are however still required to register this information with Companies House and keep it up to date.
COVID-19 Charities Fund - FAQs
15 December, 2020Last modified10 December, 2024NICVA's resource giving the answers to the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the COVID-19 Charities Fund.Could/Should you apply for EU funding?
16 November, 2015Last modified10 December, 2024Access Europe recommends a 7-step process that each organisation should follow to decide whether to apply to a specific EU fund.Fundraising advice and resources COVID-19
27 March, 2020Last modified10 December, 2024A list of useful guidance, resources and links to websites to help you during this difficult timeState of the Sector VI
1 April, 2012Last modified22 February, 2026State of the Sector VI provides a comprehensive picture of the scale and scope of the economic activities of the Northern Ireland voluntary and community sector.
Charitable Giving in Northern Ireland 2013
20 November, 2013Last modified22 February, 2026NICVA’s latest research into charitable giving in Northern Ireland examines who donates to charity, how much they donate and where they donate from.
Useful legislation and governance links
20 September, 2014Last modified13 March, 2026Links to public bodies, legislation and online resources dealing with relevant regulations and governance.
Setting up a Charitable Company
1 July, 2013Last modified19 March, 2026This article provides general guidelines to assist Northern Ireland based voluntary organisations which are considering incorporating as a company limited by guarantee.
Accounting regulations for charities
1 January, 2014Last modified5 March, 2026This article gives advice on the current accounting requirements for charities in Northern Ireland.
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