Gift Aid
The Gift Aid Officer is responsible for administering the Gift Aid scheme, which enables basic rate tax to be reclaimed by the parish on donations it has received.
Expecting Gift Aid tax back this year?
The Repayments Section of HMRC has a backlog of claims and advises that to guarantee receiving your tax refund this year, your claims should be lodged no later than 31 October 2009.
If you have any queries, please contact Sue Warren on 0161 828 1424.
How we support parishes with Gift Aid
The diocese remains committed to supporting our parishes with Gift Aid and maintaining high standards. Over 130 parishes use the administration support scheme – Gift Aid Lite – which is a ‘free’ service available to all churches. Training sessions are held annually, aimed at providing basic training for all those new to Gift Aid administration.
In addition following the success of the 2004 Self Audit, an internal auditing programme has been agreed with HM Revenue and Customs. This is aimed at maintaining the standards achieved within the Self Audit.
Visit the Gift Aid section.
Visit Events for Gift Aid training.
Gift Aid Lite Claim deadlines
31 October 2009
25 January 2010
The Archbishop's Council has an excellent website at www.parishresources.org.uk that contains a whole range of resources to help you run an effective Gift Aid programme in your parish.
