Charity law is an area of law in Singapore of which, sadly, little is known. This lack of knowledge has also led to the proliferation of a number of misconceptions. This article looks at four misconceptions, namely the legal structure of charities, the relationship between charities and Institutions of a Public Character, the definition of 'charitable purposes' in Singapore and the interplay between the registration requirements and the provisions on fund-raising appeals under the Charities Act. The article seeks to debunk these misconceptions by providing a clearer understanding of the legal position of charities in Singapore. This has valuable implications for reform of charity law, which is of growing importance and interest in Singapore.