Make a lasting difference with Payroll Giving to Abbeyfield Living Society
Support older people in your community with a simple, tax-efficient way to donate through your salary.
What is Payroll Giving?
Payroll Giving allows you to make regular donations to Abbeyfield Living Society directly from your pay, before tax is deducted. This means your donations goes further, as you only pay tax on the reduced amount.
Reasons to sign up for Payroll Giving
Payroll Giving offers several benefits for both you and the charity you support.
Here's how it benefits you:
- Reduced cost: For a standard rate taxpayer, every £1 you donate will only cost you 80p. For a higher rate taxpayer, every £1 you donate, will only cost you 60p.
- Convenience: Spread your donation throughout the year with automatic deductions from your paycheck.The amount you give is up to you – a £5 donation would cost a standard rate taxpayer just £4, and a higher rate taxpayer £3.
- Make a difference: Your regular contributions provide vital support for Abbeyfield's work, helping to create a safe, secure, and friendly houses, homes and communities for older people.
How to sign up for Payroll Giving
Check with your employer: Many companies already offer Payroll Giving schemes. Ask your HR department if your employer participates and how to sign up.
If your employer doesn't offer Payroll Giving:
- You can talk to your HR department about the benefits of implementing a Payroll Giving scheme. Resources and information about setting up a Payroll Giving scheme can be found on the GOV.UK website.
- Once the company is set up with Payroll Giving, you can can select Abbeyfield as your chosen charity. Specify the amount you want to donate each month and your donations will be automatically donated from your gross pay before taxes. Your regular donations will help Abbeyfield Living Society to continue to provide vital service and support to older people in your community.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your employer offers Payroll Giving, you can select a charity, such as Abbeyfield Living Society, and specify the amount you wish to donate each month. The donations will be automatically deducted from your gross pay.
The minimum donation amount may vary depending on your employer's policies. However, many charities allow for small, regular donations.
Yes, there are tax benefits. Because your donations are deducted before taxes, you effectively pay less tax on the donated amount.
The specific tax benefits may vary depending on your tax bracket. However, generally, you pay tax on the reduced amount after the donation is deducted.
Yes, you can typically change your donation amount or stop donating at any time by notifying your HR department.
Some Payroll Giving schemes allow you to donate to multiple charities. Check with your employer for specific guidelines.
If you change jobs or your employer stops offering Payroll Giving, you may need to set up a new donation arrangement with your new employer or explore other giving options.
Interested in supporting Abbeyfield?
Payroll Giving is a convenient way to donate. Our friendly fundraising team is happy to answer any questions. Get in touch with the team to discuss how you can get started.
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