Choose the right legal structure, access funding, build in strong governance — focus on impact delivery
Trusted by leading organisations across the UK social economy
Most founders choose a structure before they understand funding options.
When funders or investors ask questions, governance gaps appear.
Starting something mission-led is hard enough for social entrepreneurs.
Four integrated modules that take you from idea to investment-ready
Do you choose a CIC, charity, co-op or something else? Answer a few questions and we'll show best-fit options — with clear pros, cons and funding implications.
Simple, guided formation packs with the right documents built in. No legal jargon. No guesswork. Just a clear path from idea to registered organisation.
See which grants, social investment, community shares or trading routes match your stage and model — with practical notes on risk and readiness.
Ready-to-use Articles and constitutions, trustee and director guidance, and funder-ready documentation — so you can deliver social impact from the start
A guided journey that keeps you on track at every stage
Tell us about your mission, how you plan to earn income, and the kind of funding you'll need to deliver your impact.
We'll show you which legal structure fits best — and explain why — so you don't box yourself in later.
Follow our guided process to set up with the right documents and compliance checks from day one.
See which grants, social investment or trading routes you match with — and generate the required documents.
See how Seghu compares to traditional routes
| Feature | Formation Agents | Law Firms | SEGHURecommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure suitability assessment | No | Manual | Automated |
| CIC-specific filing support | Basic | Full | Full |
| Funding readiness scoring | No | No | Built-in |
| Real-time validation | No | No | Yes |
| Cost | Low | High | Affordable |
| Social enterprise expertise | None | Varies | Native |
Testimonials from leaders in the social sector
Through a peer insight session we decided a hybrid legal structure was right for us. The session delivered another surprising bonus. We learned about a grant that helps charities and social enterprises prepare to raise social investment. We're using it to help with the due diligence aspect of a Community Centre purchase.
Aftab Rahman
CEO · LegacyWM
We were unsure what was the best incorporation structure to purchase a building as a key client of ours only worked with CIC's limited by guarantee. We were able to create a hybrid structure to include a charity and a CIC limited by shares.
Shaila Rehman
Founder · My Hope Housing
We were looking into social investment as a means of helping us grow and sustain the business. We needed a review of the potential risks and benefits to decide whether now is the right time for us. The platform helped educate us on the different structures available and helped create the required documents.
David Abosch
CEO · Recognition Circular
I was unsure whether to incorporate as CIC or anything else, as there were very few places I could go for truly independent advice. The platform helped me find the right structure, but also the right funding to deliver my social impact.
Belinda K
Founder · BK Networks
It's important for the VCFSE sector to take on investment enabling them to scale their social impact. A platform that makes this process easier is long overdue.
Meena Bharadwa
Head of Engagement · Access — The Foundation for Social Investment
As specialists in law for the social sector and organisations that do more than turn a profit, we're honoured to be one of the founding supporters. Helping founders incorporate the right way from the outset to reduce barriers to investment, is something more founders should be aware of.
David Alcock
Partner · Anthony Collins
Our partnership with Seghu helps us ensure clients seeking crowdfunding, a community share offer, or any other investment have a better understanding of the investment options out there and the legal structures needed to access them.
Oliver Mochizuki
CEO · Fundsurfer
Through a peer insight session we decided a hybrid legal structure was right for us. The session delivered another surprising bonus. We learned about a grant that helps charities and social enterprises prepare to raise social investment. We're using it to help with the due diligence aspect of a Community Centre purchase.
Aftab Rahman
CEO · LegacyWM
We were unsure what was the best incorporation structure to purchase a building as a key client of ours only worked with CIC's limited by guarantee. We were able to create a hybrid structure to include a charity and a CIC limited by shares.
Shaila Rehman
Founder · My Hope Housing
We were looking into social investment as a means of helping us grow and sustain the business. We needed a review of the potential risks and benefits to decide whether now is the right time for us. The platform helped educate us on the different structures available and helped create the required documents.
David Abosch
CEO · Recognition Circular
I was unsure whether to incorporate as CIC or anything else, as there were very few places I could go for truly independent advice. The platform helped me find the right structure, but also the right funding to deliver my social impact.
Belinda K
Founder · BK Networks
It's important for the VCFSE sector to take on investment enabling them to scale their social impact. A platform that makes this process easier is long overdue.
Meena Bharadwa
Head of Engagement · Access — The Foundation for Social Investment
As specialists in law for the social sector and organisations that do more than turn a profit, we're honoured to be one of the founding supporters. Helping founders incorporate the right way from the outset to reduce barriers to investment, is something more founders should be aware of.
David Alcock
Partner · Anthony Collins
Our partnership with Seghu helps us ensure clients seeking crowdfunding, a community share offer, or any other investment have a better understanding of the investment options out there and the legal structures needed to access them.
Oliver Mochizuki
CEO · Fundsurfer
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