identification

Of course it is important to identify the charity in question:

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   as there are many existing charities with similar names or purposes

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   so check and refer to the name and charity number (if registered with the charity commission) with the charity’s own literature or website, or the Charity Commission’s database—many major charities publish model clauses which may prove helpful

3. •

   and check and refer to the current address and also (if not a national or international charity) the geographical area where the charity operates

The Law Society Gazette issues a Charity and Appeals Directory each year which is also a valuable source of information on the better known charities.

Special purpose