What is Regulatory Compliance in Grantmaking?

Compliance means ensuring funds are used for their intended charitable purposes with proportionate checks and clear evidence.

• Follow guidance from regulators (e.g., Charity Commission).
• Apply risk‑based due diligence and monitoring.
• Keep auditable records of decisions and actions.

Practical controls

Embed simple steps across the lifecycle.

• Eligibility screening and conflict management.
• Agreements, payment schedules and change logs.
• Reporting tailored to size and risk.

Key takeaway: consistency prevents most issues.

Roles and responsibilities

Boards and staff share duties.

• Trustees set policy and oversee risk.
• Officers implement processes and maintain records.
• Reviewers score and recommend with transparency.

Key takeaway: Plinth supports each role with the right tools.

Evidence and assurance

Make audits straightforward.

• Decision notes and supporting documents.
• Logs of access and changes.
• Exportable evidence packs.

Key takeaway: good records reduce investigation time.

FAQs

Do micro‑grants need compliance?

Yes—lightweight controls still apply.

Are overseas grants allowed?

Yes with enhanced due diligence and monitoring.

Is compliance anti‑trust?

No—done proportionately, it supports fair, effective grantmaking.