Non Profit Minutes Template for England and Wales

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Non Profit Minutes

"I need Non Profit Minutes for our quarterly board meeting scheduled for March 15, 2025, which will include discussions about our new charitable initiatives and approval of the annual budget, with particular focus on documenting our expansion into youth services."

Document background
Non Profit Minutes are essential governance documents used to record meetings of non-profit organizations operating in England and Wales. These minutes serve multiple purposes: they fulfill legal requirements under the Companies Act 2006 and Charities Act 2011, provide historical records of organizational decisions, and demonstrate accountability to stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Non Profit Minutes typically include attendance records, decisions made, voting outcomes, and important discussions, forming part of the organization's official records. They are particularly crucial for audit trails, regulatory compliance, and maintaining transparency in organizational governance.
Suggested Sections

1. Header Information: Date, time, location of meeting, type of meeting (regular/special), in compliance with Companies Act 2006 Section 248

2. Attendance: List of present and absent board members/trustees, other attendees, ensuring compliance with quorum requirements

3. Quorum Confirmation: Statement confirming meeting quorum was met as per organization's governing documents

4. Approval of Previous Minutes: Review and approval of previous meeting's minutes, maintaining continuity of records

5. Agenda Items: List of items discussed, including motions, decisions, and voting results, documenting compliance with governance requirements

6. Close of Meeting: Time of adjournment and next meeting date, ensuring proper documentation closure

7. Signature Block: Space for Chair/Secretary signature and date of approval, as required by Companies Act 2006

Optional Sections

1. Committee Reports: Documentation of committee updates and decisions, required when committees present reports

2. Financial Update: Financial statements and treasury reports, essential for charity compliance and transparency

3. Special Resolutions: Documentation of special motions requiring formal recording as per Companies Act 2006

4. Conflicts of Interest: Records of declared conflicts as required by Charity Commission guidelines and Companies Act 2006

Suggested Schedules

1. Financial Reports Appendix: Detailed financial statements referenced in meeting, required for regulatory compliance

2. Committee Reports Appendix: Full written reports submitted by committees, maintaining detailed record of activities

3. Supporting Documents: Referenced materials, presentations, or reports relevant to meeting decisions

4. Attendance Register: Detailed sign-in sheet maintaining record of attendance as per governance requirements

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Clauses
Industries

Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company record-keeping, including Section 248 on requirements for keeping minutes, general record-keeping obligations, and formal decision-making procedures

Charities Act 2011: Core legislation for charities covering governance requirements, trustee obligations, and reporting requirements for registered charitable organizations

Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016: Supplementary legislation providing additional governance requirements and regulatory powers for charitable organizations

Charity Commission Guidelines: Regulatory framework providing best practices for record-keeping, governance standards, and transparency requirements for charities

Companies House Requirements: Regulatory requirements for incorporated organizations regarding filing obligations and record-keeping standards

Articles of Association: Organization's own governing document that sets out the rules for running the company and must be considered in minute-taking

Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling of personal data in minutes and records, including UK GDPR compliance requirements

Public Benefit Requirement: Legal requirement for charities to demonstrate and document discussions about their public benefit in meeting minutes

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