Gift Aid
Gift Aid is one of the simplest and most effective ways of giving to charity.
Using Gift Aid means that for every £1 you give, Afghanaid will receive an extra 28p from the Inland Revenue. This means that a £10 Gift Aid donation, is worth £12.80 to us - what a difference this can make to Afghanaid, and it doesn't cost you a thing!
Next time you give a donation to charity, make sure you use Gift Aid. Look out for the Gift Aid It logo or tick box on the donation from or appeal, complete the declaration and send it off.
Providing you pay UK tax (income and/or capital gains) Afghanaid is entitled to reclaim on your donations in the same financial year. For example,if you wish to Gift Aid your charitable donations that total £100 in one year, you will need to have paid at least £28 in to the taxman in respect of that tax year.
To qualify for Gift Aid, what you pay in income tax or capital gains tax must at least equal the amount the charity will claim in the tax year. Claiming Gift Aid ensures that if you choose to donate to Afghanaid, we can claim an extra 28 per cent back from the Inland Revenue.
How long does the declaration last for? We are able to claim on any gifts made since the Gift Aid scheme was revised on 6 April 2000.
Who will have access to your information ? Only Afghanaid and the Inland Revenue. We will not share it with anyone else.
What should you do if my tax status changes or you want to cancel my declaration? Please notify us in writing at: Afghanaid, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London, EC2A 4LT
What if I don't pay UK tax? Unfortunately, you are not able to make a Gift Aid declaration.