{"id":3109,"date":"2024-01-22T05:11:27","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T05:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/editor.pimglobal.org\/?p=3109"},"modified":"2024-01-23T09:10:10","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T09:10:10","slug":"how-to-successfully-establish-a-social-initiative-in-mainland-china-practical-guidance-and-founder-insights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/editor.pimglobal.org\/how-to-successfully-establish-a-social-initiative-in-mainland-china-practical-guidance-and-founder-insights\/","title":{"rendered":"“How to Successfully Establish a Social Initiative in Mainland China: Practical Guidance and Founder Insights”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Embarking on the journey to set up a social initiative in Mainland China is like navigating a river with many undercurrents \u2013 it’s full of challenges and surprises, but also immensely rewarding. China\u2019s legal landscape around the social sector has also evolved and matured over the years, in particular with the establishment of the Charity Law and Foreign NGO Law in 2017. This article not only outlines the four main approaches to setting up such initiatives but also shares insights from founders who have successfully navigated these waters. Their stories illuminate the path for others looking to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 1: Setting Up a Chinese Foundation or Charity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When establishing a foundation or charity in China, the primary legal framework to consider is the Charity Law of the People\u2019s Republic of China. As outlined by LawyersChina.net, the process is nuanced and includes deciding between setting up as a non-public or public fundraising foundation. Each has distinct requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n