Gift Aid: Maximising the benefits and reducing the pitfalls

Are you adding to your church income by making the most of the tax relief from the donations your church receives? This course is a guide for churches on how to correctly reclaim as much Gift Aid as possible, including what donations can (and cannot) be Gift Aided, and the records that need to be kept. Who is it for? This course is designed for church treasurers, trustees, finance managers, and anyone involved in gift aid management and submissions. Why take the course Take this course to enhance your understanding of the complexities of Gift Aid and the small donations scheme (GASDS). Be guided through the jargon, the whys and wherefores, and when not to ‘push’ the limits of the scheme. Find answers to those questions you always wanted to ask about Gift Aid. What will be achieved? By the end of this course, you’ll have a clear grasp of legal requirements, required paperwork, definitions of donors, understanding of ‘gift or no gift’ in relation to the keeping of records and submission of a claim for Gift Aid. This knowledge will enable your church to maximise potential income from donations received while complying with HMRC regulations and guidance. Other information The course comprises practical insights and expert guidance on gathering information for a Gift Aid claim. Whilst it does not take you through making a claim, it does provide you with the knowledge needed to gather relevant and essential information. It’s delivered by knowledgeable professionals who can answer your questions and concerns. Don’t miss this opportunity to be more confident in submitting your claims to the benefit of your church. FAQ: Do I need any prior knowledge to take this course? No prior knowledge is required, although a basic understanding of church finance can be beneficial. This course is designed to accommodate individuals with little, lots or no knowledge of Gift Aid. How are the course materials delivered? The course is typically delivered through a live Zoom webinar. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with the speakers and get answers to your specific questions. Reviews: excellent training, very knowledgeable facilitators who were able to explain and inform at the correct level. Claire TriffittJuly 2023 I found the Gift Aid course very clear and helpful. Jennifer DimishkyJuly 2023 IK found it interesting and informative John PitwoodJuly 2023 Excellent course provided by a professional trainer John HulmeNovember 2023 Excellent Lyn BeebeJune 2024 The training was very good. Very informative and given by somebody with first hand knowledge and experience. I learnt alot. Patricia HarrisonJune 2024 Excellent trainer. The session was extremely worthwhile and very interesting. I would have liked it to last longer. Anonymous April 2025 A very useful guide to what can be claimed as gift aid donations, and perhaps more importantly what can not! Helen AndertonNovember 2025 This course provides a clear description of the workings of Gift Aid and GASDS, and answers specific questions asked by participants. The presenter was also willing to deal with other questions offline. Chris DaleMarch 2026 Great session! Well informed presenter! Engaging and interesting presenter! Emma BroadbentMarch 2026