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Not sure if you’re ‘doing it right’ in your not-for-profit?

You’re not alone.

Running a charity, membership body, CIC or community organisation in the UK is more complex than most people realise. Governance, finance, safeguarding, fundraising, employment law, strategy – and somehow you’re expected to understand all of it.

Not-for-Profit Know-How by Kirstie York is your practical, plain-English guide to understanding your responsibilities and leading with confidence.

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Who This Book Is For

This book is written for real-world leaders, including:

  • Trustees and board members
  • Charity founders and CIC directors
  • Membership organisation leaders
  • Volunteer managers
  • Operations and admin professionals
  • Consultants supporting not-for-profits

If you’ve ever thought,
“Surely someone should have trained me for this?” then this book is for you.

What You’ll Actually Learn

This isn’t theory. It’s clarity.

The Importance Of Strong Foundations & How To Build Them

  • Vision, mission and values
  • Choosing the right legal structure
  • Understanding charitable status
  • The roles of UK regulators

How to Work Effectively With The People In Your Organisation

  • Employing staff correctly
  • Using contractors safely
  • Managing conflict constructively
  • Safeguarding responsibilities

Real World Guidance On Common Day-to-Day Operational Events

  • Service planning and delivery
  • Events and fundraising compliance
  • Partnerships and collaboration
  • Financial basics explained clearly

Tips On Embedding Strong Governance & Strategic Leadership

  • Board responsibilities
  • Ethical decision-making
  • Risk management and data protection
  • Monitoring, evaluation and strategic review

It helps you see how everything connects — from strategy to spreadsheets.

Even better, as the legal requirements for organisations change over time, this book signposts you to where to find the most up-to-date government guidance so your knowledge will never be out of date.

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Why It Matters

Not-for-profits don’t fail because people don’t care.
They struggle because leaders are expected to ‘just know’ things they’ve never been taught.

Confusing Companies House and Charity Commission duties.
Overlooking employment procedures.
Weak financial controls.
Unclear board roles.

Small misunderstandings can become expensive mistakes.

This book helps you avoid common pitfalls and make confident, informed decisions from day one.

What Readers Say

Described as:

  • “Essential reading for anyone working in a UK not-for-profit.”
  • A guide that “distils years of experience into clear, practical guidance.”
  • A companion for leaders, staff and volunteers alike.*

It’s written in accessible language, without jargon or unnecessary complexity — but with enough depth to genuinely strengthen your leadership.

A Practical Companion — Not a Textbook

You can:

  • Read it cover to cover
  • Dip into specific chapters when issues arise
  • Use it in board discussions
  • Keep it on your desk as a reference guide

It’s designed to support you through real decisions, not just inspire you for a week.

Ready to Lead With Confidence?

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