{{>scvo_landing-page-head page_title="Setting up a HIGHLIGHTED_TEXT" page_title_highlight="charity" page_description="If you’re thinking of setting up a charity, our information is here to guide you through the important decisions you’ll need to make. Whether you're taking an existing organisation to the next step, or want to bring an idea to life, we're here to help." page_icon="hand-holding-heart"}} Here’s an overview of what you need to think about when you’re setting up a charity, and what we’re going to talk you through in this guide. 1 Before you start Benefits of becoming a charity About your charity 2 Decision making and governance Choosing the right structure How to write your constitution Model constitutions 3 Applying to become a registered charity 4 You're a charity! What next? Useful contacts {{#>global_quote type="scvo" author_name="Rhonda McLean" author_job_title="SCVO Information officer" image_url="https://storage.googleapis.com/scvo-cms/2022/09/Rhonda-McLean.jpg"}} The work charities do in Scotland is essential to our communities and our wellbeing. We love hearing about the creative, supportive work people are doing. If you're looking to add to the sector then we welcome you and we hope this guide helps you on your journey. {{/global_quote}} If you have questions or want to know about something that isn’t covered here,you can contact our Information Service.Get in touch now