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Gift Aid: Unlocking Additional Support for Veterans
By Fundraising Team on
At Walking With The Wounded, we are dedicated to supporting veterans in their journey to rebuild their lives after serving their country. We provide vital support in various forms, including employment, mental health support, and wraparound support care coordination. However, to continue our mission effectively, we rely on the generosity of our supporters.
One way individuals can significantly enhance their donations is by understanding and utilising Gift Aid.
What is Gift Aid?
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme designed to boost the value of donations made to charities like Walking With The Wounded. Through Gift Aid, charities can reclaim 25p every time a UK taxpayer donates £1, at no additional cost to you. This additional funding can make a substantial difference in our ability to provide essential services and support to veterans and their families.
You can learn more about Gift Aid on the GOV.UK website.
Why Should You Consider Ticking the Gift Aid Box?
Increased Impact: By opting for Gift Aid, you can increase the value of your donation by 25%. For example, if you donate £100 and select Gift Aid, it becomes a £125 contribution for Walking With The Wounded, allowing us to do even more for our beneficiaries.
No Extra Cost: Gift Aid doesn't require you to pay anything extra. It's a simple way to maximise the impact of your donation without any additional financial burden.
Supporting Our Mission: Your Gift Aid contribution directly benefits our charity’s mission of helping ex-Forces personnel reintegrate into society, find employment, receive mental health support, and access care coordination services. These programmes save jobs, homes, relationships, and, most importantly, lives.
Easy Process: Ticking the Gift Aid box is a straightforward process when donating. It typically involves providing your name, address, and confirmation that you are a UK taxpayer. These details are used solely for the purpose of claiming Gift Aid and are kept confidential.
At Walking With The Wounded, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of ex-Forces personnel and their families. Gift Aid is a powerful tool that allows you, as a supporter, to amplify your donation without any extra cost. It enables us to continue our essential work in employment support, mental health care, and care coordination, ultimately helping veterans rebuild their lives and regain their sense of purpose.
So, the next time you generously choose to support Walking With The Wounded, please consider ticking the Gift Aid box. Your decision will make a substantial difference, ensuring that every pound you donate goes even further in transforming the lives of those who've served. Together, we can provide the care, support, and means that those individuals we work with truly deserve.
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