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jambo
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 Posted - 19 Apr 2006 : 11:01:21
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good morning, how do i register as a charity in gambia.
where do I go, how much is the fee, how does the application take,
do I need to bring anything with me from UK. I had planned to look into it last time I was there but run out of time.
Many thanks
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gambiabev
United Kingdom
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Posted - 19 Apr 2006 : 12:03:41
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Have you registered it in the uk?
There is a web site: www.charity-commission.gov.uk/
I have the papers to register thefriendsofkoliornurseryschool.com
I havent done much about it...real life keeps getting in the way at the moment. |
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jambo
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Posted - 19 Apr 2006 : 12:11:16
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gambiaeve, i understand about real life. I have not registered it in the UK, because that is straight forward, and I am not sure if my project qualifies, because the income is less than £1000.00. I will probably register it as a not for profit company.
Let me know how you go with your registration. |
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 02 May 2006 : 14:44:10
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hi there bev, I am going to gambia in june and will try to register the charity when i am there.
can anyone advise the correct procedure and costs to register a charity in Gambia. I want charity status,i a not sure of the difference between this and a NGO status in Gambia.
All help greatly appreciated.
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kondorong
Gambia
4380 Posts |
Posted - 02 May 2006 : 19:06:24
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| Generally a charity and an NGO are the same. You will need to contact the NGO Affairs Agency who are responsible for registering these. They are located in the Quadrangle right above the Public Service Commission. I think they are on the third floor. |
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” |
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2006 : 09:32:02
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| once again you have helped me thank you, do you know the charges/fees and length of time it takes. |
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njucks
Gambia
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Posted - 03 May 2006 : 10:00:06
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jambo
i think there is a difference between a Charity & a(n) NGO. atleast thats what the NGO department told me when i was there.
its a bit more difficult to register an NGO as you have to have been doing something on the ground for a while and then you apply for NGO status, submitting work programs and budget and funding etc. with NGO status you get 'duty free' at customs etc for 'some items' and other priviledges.
to be a charity on the otherhand, i think you just have to register at the Justice Department where all companies etc are registered. like Companies House.
with all the ''inefficiencies'' it should cost you about D1500 to register a charity. this is how youth associations for example are registered, note they are not NGOs.
you might have to draft an Article of Association or constitution or code of conduct type of thing.
i hope this helps |
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2006 : 13:14:17
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njucks
thank you, you confirmed the infrmation i was given, but did not know the prices, each time is different. I agree that charity reg is different from NGO REG, i was led to believe that NGO reg the government/authorities are entitled to take some of the project from you, because you are a government department.
Also do I go to public affairs office. |
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sab
United Kingdom
912 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2006 : 14:02:34
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Jambo, You need to be explicit on your mission/objective for your charity at your interview. They would want to see how you intend ensuring charitable monies were spent correctly as some charities in The Gambia simply create jobs mainly for Europeans and do limited good for the people of The Gambia.
It can take up to two years dependent upon meeting the requirement of NGO status.
An initial application form is issued, it is then considered and then a full application form given if the requirements are met – followed by final consideration and acceptance/rejection.
For an organisation to be eligible for NGO status it should;
1. Have a constitution that clearly set out the mission and the objectives of the organization, which should endeavour to the well-being and socio-economic advancement of Gambians.
2. Have n office and postal address with at least two full-time staff whose relationship should transcend family ties.
3. Have a clearly delineated administrative system and an acceptable accounting/recording system that could be audited annually.
4.Have an account in the name of the organisation.
5.Develop an operational work plan detailing areas and scope of intervention. There should be a budget attached to the work plan, which should indicate sources of funding.
Be transparent and accountable not only to donors but also to The Gambian Government and beneficiaries in its use of organisational funds, and must be willing to share activity related reports with other interested NGO’s, Government and other stakeholders.
6. Be legally constituted as a not-for-profit organisation under The Companies Act at the Attorney Generals Chambers.
7. Be non political, not for profit, non-sectarian and development orientated.
8. Enter into agreement with relevant line Departments through a memorandum of understanding (MOU)
9. Constitute a Board of Directors of at least seven members – attach a list with contact address & phone numbers.
10. Present an activity report if the organisation has on-going programmes.
11. Have a legal status in its country of origin if the organisation is international. A certificate of incorporation in the country of origin must be submitted, the address of the office provided and a list of the International Board Members including the name & contact address of the Chief Executive.
Jambo what are your mission & visions in the next couple of years?
Apart from freedom & peace......sab
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kondorong
Gambia
4380 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2006 : 18:53:53
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NJUKS.
Thanks for the clarification and sorry Jambo for that wrong assumption. It is very good to network. It is cheaper and faster and sometimes very reliable. |
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” |
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