For example, when renting or buying property, ensure the property is suitable for your needs, is reasonably,Finding property As well as solicitors and letting agents, voluntary sector organisations can find property,Remember to factor in all running costs such as business rates, and tax and VAT before entering into,Mortgages and loans You can take out a mortgage or loan secured against your organisation’s property,Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors’ Charity Property Help scheme provides free support and guidance
https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/finance-business-management/property
Know your organisation’s purpose It’s vital as a trustee that you know about what your organisation was,You can find this out by reading your organisation’s governing document.,your organisation is and about any potential personal liabilities.,you must always put the interests of your organisation first.,any savings, property, and investments.
https://scvo.scot/about/networks/trustee/information-for-new-charity-trustees
Your organisation can buy insurance to protect its money, people, property and reputation.,Insurance is required by law if your organisation employs staff (including volunteers), operates vehicles,Products Liability, All Risks cover for loss or damage to assets, Loss of Income, Events (either at your,premises or away from the premises) Cyber and other appropriate covers relevant to your activities.,If other organisations rent your hall regularly you should check that they have their own insurance cover
https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/facilities-management/legal/insurance
But it isn’t your only option – there are other ways to run your organisation too.,What’s your goal? Do you have a clear idea of the purpose of your organisation?,The people you support are often called your beneficiaries. What will your charity do?,How will you provide your services? Will it be run by volunteers or include paid staff?,You can’t allow your property to be used for non-charitable business.
https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/before-you-start
, i.e. your organisational purposes.,This establishes the boundaries within which your organisation can operate.,This type of organisation may no longer be suitable for organisations which hold land and property.,This type of structure may mean that the property is held in trust by property trustees, which then allows,a separate management committee to run and use the hall.
https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/governance/structure
One of the challenges of running a village or community hall is looking after the building itself.,Maintenance & servicing Making sure your building is well maintained and having a plan for carrying out,routine maintenance and servicing can help: Increase the lifetime of your building reduce running costs,less chance you will have to close unexpectedly for emergency repairs avoid high costs in the long run,various professional advisors and contractors that you may engage and work with during the process your
https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/facilities-management/building-fabric
is a comprehensive digital resource tool from SCVO, providing information and guidance on reducing your,emissions and engaging your community on your journey to Net Zero.,The tool will help you to learn about the climate crisis, share your experiences with others in the sector,You should carry out a simple audit of your community space, to help you identify the most effective,in your community space.
https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/climate
The name depends on your legal status, governing document and custom and practice.,There are specific roles that you’ll need on your board of trustees to make sure it’s running effectively,preparing agendas for the meeting in consultation with the staff and other trustees- ensuring meetings are run,for example technical knowledge on electrics, plumbing or restoration, or people with experience of running,there’s something you would really like to do more of – like working with young people, increasing your
https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/governance/who-you-need
