Gift Aid form | Standing Order Form

Using Gift Aid means that for every pound you give, we get an extra 25 pence from the Inland Revenue, helping your donation go further.

This means that every £100 can be turned into £125, just so long as donations are made through Gift Aid. Imagine the difference that will make, and it doesn’t cost you a thing.

How do I know if I pay enough tax to qualify?

As long as you pay enough tax in the year to match the tax that we claim back, your donation will qualify.

For example, for every £400 donated in the current tax year, we can claim back over £100 from the Inland Revenue. You must have paid over the £100 we claim in either income tax or capital gains tax during the course of the year.

What if I pay the higher rate of income tax?

If you pay tax at the higher rate of 40 per cent, we can reclaim tax at the basic rate of tax. If you wish, you can reclaim the remainder on your Self Assessment tax return.

Can I still Gift Aid my donations if I only pay tax on my savings?

Yes. The rules for the tax paid on unearned income such as interest from savings (which is called “capital gains tax”), are the same as they are for Income Tax.

Can it be that simple?

Yes, it is! Our Treasurer, John Pickersgill, will need to be able to identify your gifts, either by standing order, cheque or cash (in a marked envelope), so that the right amount of tax can be reclaimed. Complete confidentiality is ensured.

Simple, isn’t it? Just complete the Gift Aid form and return it to John Pickersgill.