Introduction to Cashflow Forecasting for Small Charities

The Small Charity Finance Foundations Programme from Embrace Finance is now bookable as standalone sessions, by popular demand.

These succinct, short sessions are perfect for busy folks in small charities with an annual income up to £500k pa. However, folks from larger charities may also find them a useful refresher.  And whatever your role, if you want to get your head round how the day to day finances fit together in a small charity, you are welcome.

We will look at what a cashflow forecast is, why it’s an essential small charity finance tool and how to prepare a simple cashflow forecast.

During this session, we'll introduce the importance of the "going concern" principle, and what to consider when things look concerning. A good budget will tell us how much is coming in and how much is going out. A cashflow forecast tells us whether the money coming in will come in time or not. A good cashflow forecast is essential in all small charities.

What we'll cover:

• How to use a cashflow forecasting template to track income and expenses
• Understanding the "going concern" concept and its importance for your charity’s future
• What to do when cashflow issues arise and how to take corrective action
• Top tips and common pitfalls to avoid when managing cashflow

What to expect:

• 60 minutes of clear content
• Time to connect
• Time for Q and A
• A relaxed environment
• Small charity expertise

What do I get?

• Engaging slide decks
• Example templates
• Worksheets
• A supportive community
• Small charity content

This course is part of a series - for more information about other courses in the programme, visit the Embrace Finance website.