Don't forget to Gift Aid it!

If you are a UK taxpayer, you can increase the value of your donations by 25% and it won't cost you a penny. All you need to do is sign a gift aid declaration and we will be able to claim the extra cash from HMRC.

What is Gift Aid?

It's a tax efficient way of donating to charity. Gift Aid allows us to claim the basic rate of income tax (currently 20%) on a donation from a tax-paying donor, from HMRC. So for every £1 donated, we can claim an additional 25p.

How do I know if I am a UK taxpayer?

If any of the following apply to you, you're a UK taxpayer:

• Tax is taken from your salary before you receive your pay.
• You complete a self assessment tax return form.
• You have recently paid capital gains tax, or expect to do so in the near future.
• You have taxable savings, a pension plan or investment income.

Please note: inheritance tax does not count as UK income tax.

What if I am not a UK taxpayer?

If you are not a UK taxpayer we can't claim Gift Aid on your donations. If you have signed a declaration in the past but no longer pay tax, please contact our Supporter Relations team on 01344 294766 so your records can be updated.

What if I am a higher rate taxpayer?

If you are a higher rate taxpayer, we can still only reclaim the basic rate. However, when you complete your self assessment tax return, you can donate the difference (18%) to us by ticking the appropriate box. The code for BEN is EAL65MG.

So if you're going to donate online then please complete the section on the forms relating to Gift Aid. If you already give to us and haven't filled in a declaration, please complete the Gift Aid declaration form.