We don’t have a traditional offering or collection during our meetings at GCC. However, there is usually a box at the rear of the meeting room where anyone who attends can give towards the work of the church. Some people use this to deposit cash or cheques, which are their regular giving to the church.
Others choose to give to GCC via bank transfer or a monthly direct debit/ standing order which is convenient and saves them having to remember each time. If circumstances change and you can no longer afford to give as much, you can lower or cancel your standing order by contacting your bank at any time.
The UK government allows charities, including GCC, to reclaim tax paid on donations. This is known as Gift Aid. Anyone who pays UK income tax can make a Gift Aided donation. HMRC treats donations as if the giver had already deducted basic rate tax. GCC can reclaim this tax to increase the value of the donation. Givers must:
Pay enough UK income tax and/or capital gains tax to cover the amount reclaimed;
Complete a Gift Aid form and give it to the GCC Gift Aid administrator; and
Give their own money.
If you have any questions or need help with setting up giving here at GCC, please get in touch with us and we will support you.
