The NGO Starter Guide
SANGOCO (Umbrella body of South African NGOs) has produced an introductory guide on how to set up a non-profit organisation. This also contains advice specific to the different types of NPOs. The guide is called The NGO Starter Pack.
Which types of organisations can apply for NPO status?
Any organisation that is not for profit and is not part of government can apply for registration such as:
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)
- Community Based Organisations (CBO)
- Faith Based Organisations (FBO)
- Organisations that have registered in terms of the Companies Act 71 of 2008.
- Trusts that have registered with Master of the Supreme Court under the Trust Property Control Act 57 of 1988.
- Any other Voluntary Association that is not-for-profit.
The NGO Starter Guide
SANGOCO (Umbrella body of South African NGOs) has produced an introductory guide on how to set up a non-profit organisation. This also contains advice specific to the different types of NPOs. The guide is called The NGO Starter Pack.
Which types of organisations can apply for NPO status?
Any organisation that is not for profit and is not part of government can apply for registration such as:
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)
- Community Based Organisations (CBO)
- Faith Based Organisations (FBO)
- Organisations that have registered in terms of the Companies Act 71 of 2008.
- Trusts that have registered with Master of the Supreme Court under the Trust Property Control Act 57 of 1988.
- Any other Voluntary Association that is not-for-profit.