Gift Aid
How does Gift Aid work?
Gift Aid is one of the easiest ways to make your donation tax effective. Freespirit reclaims the basic rate tax from the Inland Revenue. There is no extra cost to you and the process is simple - all you have to do is make a Gift Aid declaration.

What is a Gift Aid declaration?
It is simply a statement by an individual taxpayer that they want a charity to get back from the Inland Revenue the tax paid on their donation. This is a great way to add 28 per cent to the value of your gift to Freespirit without it costing you a penny more!

Why does it work out at 28 pence for every pound given?
Although basic rate tax is currently 22 per cent, the donation for £1 is treated as the net after tax from £1.28 (£1.28 minus 22 per cent is approximately £1). Freespirit get back the 28 pence.

What if I don't pay UK tax?
Then, unfortunately, you are not able to make a Gift Aid declaration.

How can I Gift Aid my donation?
You just need to sign a form stating that you pay tax and we have your permission to reclaim the tax. It's so simple - all you have to do is sign the declaration form and we do the rest. You can download the form below.

Download Gift Aid Form