Knowledge Centre Category: Social Enterprise & NFP entities

Not-for-Profit

A not‑for‑profit organisation exists to pursue a social, charitable or community purpose rather than to generate profits for private owners. Any surplus generated is reinvested to further the organisation’s mission, and reporting focuses on accountability, transparency and effective use of resources.

Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs)

A Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) is a UK tax‑recognised structure designed for local sports clubs that are open to the whole community and run on an amateur basis. CASCs can benefit from a range of tax reliefs, including exemptions on certain income streams, provided they meet eligibility conditions around participation, governance and use of surplus funds. CASC status sits alongside, but is distinct from, charities and other not‑for‑profit structures.