3 Churches.Net - Gift Aid

What is Gift Aid, and do I qualify?

Gift Aid allows the Church, as a registered Charity, to recover the tax paid by donors on freely-given contributions. gift Aid currently increases the value of these payments by £2.82 for every £10, without any additional cost to the donor. The only qualification is that contributors are paying UK Income or Capital Gains Tax, and have paid the Inland Revenue an amount equal to - or greater than - the sum being recovered by the Church.

Q What is the minimum donation that the Church can claim on?
A There isn't one. We can claim back the tax on any donation no matter how large or small.
Q I currently pay by Direct Debit - do I have to complete another Bank mandate?
A No, we just need your signature on the Gift Aid Declaration form.
Q If I have signed a Deed of Covenant, do I still have to sign the Gift Aid Declaration form?
A Yes, we do require your Declaration form since your existing Covenant covers a particular donation : this Gift Aid Declaration covers everything paid.
Q Do I have to fill in a Declaration every year?
A No, the Declaration stays in place until you tell us to cancel it. However, we do need to know of any changes in your circumstances, like a change of address of if you cease to be a UK tax-payer.
Q I am retired and living on the standard pension, can I help?
A Not if you are no longer paying income Tax. However you are not denied the right to make donations but, in these instances the Church will not be able to reclaim income tax.
Q How can I get a Gift Aid Declaration form?
A You can click on the highlighted links on this page or download it from here or contact Derek or your church warden.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to viewand print the Gift Aid Declaration form, if you need Adobe Acrobat reader you can get it from here.

If you are still unsure please do not hesitate to contact Derek Kitteringham personally or on 01992 413326.