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Charities should use numerical data ‘to prove public benefit’
Those working for charities who are looking to demonstrate the public benefit of their services should make use of the numerical data provided in their Statement of Financial Activities (Sofa), it has been suggested.
According to Reza Motazedi, head of not-for-profit services at accounting firm Vantis, using information contained in the Sofa can help voluntary and charitable organisations to back up written claims in their annual reports that their activities are of benefit to their public.
He told ThirdSector.co.uk: "In my opinion, the problem isn’t so much about charities proving that they are providing public benefit. It is more about sending the message out in a positive way."
In turn, this could help charities to maintain their sustainable efficiencies.
At an event hosted by the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations earlier this month, Hazel Blears - secretary of state for communities and local government - claimed that the third sector is helping people to take "social action" and that as such should have a wider role in developing the shape of the country.
More about sustainable efficiencies.
