Pass-through Donation Policy

1. Purpose of this Policy

The purpose of this policy is to set out why AuDHD UK will not accept donations that are intended to be passed on to individuals or other organisations, whether as a conduit or as an agent. This protects the charity’s compliance, transparency, financial integrity, and alignment with its charitable objects.

2. Alignment With AuDHD UK’s Charitable Objects

AuDHD UK’s Objects are limited to relief and support of adults with ASD/ADHD and the development, provision and promotion of assessments for adults. Acting as an intermediary for funds that AuDHD UK does not itself use for its charitable purposes is inconsistent with these Objects and risks breach of trust.

3. Compliance, Oversight and Due Diligence Burden

Accepting pass-through funds requires significant compliance work, including conducting due diligence on donors and recipients, creating and maintaining written agency agreements, and applying internal financial controls required by the Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator guidance. AuDHD UK does not have capacity to perform this level of oversight for non‑mission‑related funds.

4. Transparency and Reporting Requirements

SORP FRS102 sections 19.12 and 19.13 require detailed documentation, audit trails and disclosure notes for all agency transactions. Handling unrelated pass-through funds therefore adds administrative overhead and may create confusion about AuDHD UK’s financial activities.

5. Availability of Simpler and More Suitable Alternatives

Individuals or groups seeking financial support can receive funds directly via platforms such as GoFundMe or a similar fundraising site. These routes avoid the need for AuDHD UK to act as an intermediary and ensure clarity and control remain with the fundraiser.

6. Policy Statement

AuDHD UK will not accept donations intended to be passed on to third parties. This protects compliance with charity law, ensures alignment with our charitable Objects, and avoids unnecessary administrative and reputational risk.

Last updated: 09 March 2026