Every year, over £564 million in Gift Aid goes unclaimed – money that could be supporting vital charitable work. Many organisations miss out because they’re unsure of the rules, worried about making mistakes, or simply overwhelmed by the process. But who doesn’t like money back from HMRC?
This practical and engaging session will demystify Gift Aid and walk you through the steps to confidently make your first claim. You’ll learn how to unlock extra income for your charity – without asking donors for a penny more.
Delivered live via Zoom, this interactive training is perfect for anyone looking to make the most of Gift Aid and boost their organisation’s financial resilience.
What will you learn?
By the end of the workshop, you will:
You’ll leave feeling confident, informed, and ready to start claiming Gift Aid with ease.
Who should attend?
This training is suitable for organisations and charities intending to make applications for funding, including all staff and volunteers responsible for submitting funding bids.
Please note this training is aimed at voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations and groups based in North Yorkshire or delivering services within North Yorkshire.
What's included?
The session will include a useful resource pack of handouts and templates.
About the trainer
Nicky Ruddick has 20 years’ experience as a funding adviser, securing funding for hundreds of voluntary organisations including village halls, play areas, health and social care groups and youth clubs across North Yorkshire.
Cost and concessions
£35 (including VAT)
Concessionary places
Thanks to funding from North Yorkshire Council, we have free ‘first come, first served’ places if you meet either of the criteria below. You can self-select a free place during booking.
Criteria:
You are from a North Yorkshire VCSE organisation with an income of up to £5k
OR
You are from a North Yorkshire VCSE organisation with an income of up to £25k that is experiencing financial hardship and would struggle to pay.
These spaces are limited so if a free place is not shown when you go to book, you can ask to be added to the waiting list for a free place on a future training session.
Cancellations should be made up to 7 days prior to the event for a full refund.
See our Terms and Conditions for more information.
Booking and contact details
Book here.
Booking deadline: 12 Noon, Friday 3 October.
For queries relating to the training or your booking, please email: info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk or call 01904 704177.
