VCS Academy CIC offers fiscal hosting services to grassroots groups, foundations, movements, and networks in the UK and internationally, providing secure and transparent financial and grant management services.

What is fiscal hosting?

Fiscal hosting involves the management of funds on behalf of grassroots groups, enabling them to collect donations from the public and high-net-worth donors, and to apply for grants and contracts. This service simplifies financial management and enhances transparency for these groups and gives them a simple, transparent way to manage their funds.

Our fiscal hosting service and how does it work?

VCS Academy’s fiscal hosting service alleviates administrative and financial/accounting burdens, allowing groups to concentrate on their objective(s). It is especially beneficial for groups that:

• Have been using personal accounts for funds and are encountering challenges.
• Seek a more transparent and collaborative approach to fund management.
• Require assistance with project administration and support.
• Are expanding rapidly and require guidance on scaling responsibly and transparently.

In addition, VCS Academy CIC offers funds management services for organizations with available funding seeking to request proposals from community projects that align with their objectives.

Benefits of joining our fiscal hosting service: 

Groups that join VCS Academy’s fiscal hosting service gain access to:

• Canva Pro cloud design suite.
• Global Giving online fundraising platform and its network of philanthropists.
• Discounted nonprofit Stripe payment processing fees on collected donations.
• A dedicated account manager to streamline financial transactions, wire transfers, and end-of-year reporting.

Additional Support

VCS Academy CIC is committed to strengthening the civil society sector by lending:

• Training and learning resources through their virtual academy and social channels.
• On-demand capacity building, including coaching and mentoring in strategic planning, fundraising strategies, and governance structures in the US, UK, and EU.
• Support for setting up crowdfunding campaigns and sharing relevant funding opportunities.

We also recommend trusted consultants and partners to assist with grant applications and funder research.

For more information, visit VCS Academy’s fiscal hosting page:
VCS Academy – Open Collective

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