Now we have got the question of ferret racing out of the way as to being
a reason why people can not register as a charity.
 
One person here in the UK who runs a so called ferret welfare is now
twisting the charity commissions word and saying that because ferret
racing is a form of gambling, then any rescue or welfare who use this
as part of their fund raising will be stopped from being able to seek
charity status.
 
The word from the Charity Commission say that as long as ferret racing,
raffles, lotteries and other such activities are not used to raise 20%
of the income then they see no problems
 
Another point that this has been raised is that if these people running
any sort of shelter and they are not a registered charity and they raise
more than 20%, then they should be declaring their income so that it can
be taxed as part of their income
 
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Useful Guidelines from the Charity Commission
 
It is unfortunate that the occasional person will try and take advantage
of the public's generosity by collecting for themselves
 
Although the Charity Commission will take steps to deal with any dubious
fund-raisers who are brought to our attention, the public are in the
perfect position to stop the money going astray.
 
By taking a few simple steps you can ensure that your donation is going
to the right cause.
 
Always ask if the organisation is a registered charity.  Check to see
that a registration number is shown on the charity's literature and
collecting tins.  If the organisation is not registered it may not really
be a charity even though it may be supporting a good cause.  Or it may be
bogus.
 
Look to see if all the collecting box are sealed.  It is not legal to
collect in ordinary buckets and other open containers.
 
Look to see if the collector has an official badge.  Collectors must
display identity permits.  Don't be shy about inspecting them before
parting with your money.
 
Most collectors are honest and genuine and will be pleased to answer your
questions.  Bogus fund-raisers will be deterred under questioning.  If
you are suspicious about a collector tell us or your local police as soon
as possible.  Remember If you are in any doubt about the validity of the
collector don't give.
 
The Charity Commission has powers of investigation where misconduct and
wrongful use of money being raised for charitable purposes is suspected.
 
 
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[Posted in FML issue 4860]