There are a number of ways in which you can support the work we do at St Edmund’s.
Weekly donations
You may use online giving to donate to St Edmund’s by Direct Debit and credit/debit card. We struggle with cash collections because we receive so many coins and these have to be counted every week and then taken to the bank. Our aim is to replace as much of our weekly cash collections with electronic payments which makes it more convenient for you. If you are paying electronically then, of course, there is no need to make a contribution to the collections at our masses, and please do not feel embarrassed not to be seen to be making a donation.
One-off donations
St Edmund’s runs a number of fundraisers for specific causes. You can make a one-off donation to these appeals by credit or debit card. Specify the amount in the form when you click on the Donate button below.
Make a pledge or bequest to St Edmund’s
If you would like to make a bequest or a large gift to St Edmund’s we will ensure your donation will be put to good use in the parish. Regular bequests transform our finances and allow us to invest in the church infrastructure and facilities. Please contact the Parish Office on 020 8650 0970 or email beckenham@rcaos.org.uk if you would like us to explain how the process works.
GiftAid
Gift Aid is an important source of income for our parish. If you are a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid allows us to claim an extra 25p for every £1 you donate, at no additional cost to you.
- Whether you already donate or would like to sign up for a Standing Order for the first time, please complete our online form: https://forms.rcaos.org.uk/giftaid/
- If you donate using our contactless machine, please register your bank card for Gift Aid there too.
- To register, donate using the contactless machine.
- After donating wait for the Gift Aid registration screen to appear.
- Enter your details and select both past and future donations.
- Repeat this process for any additional bank cards you use.
- Signing up for GiftAid can benefit you too, if you pay tax at the higher or additional rate, you can claim the difference between the rate you pay and basic rate on your donation. You can do this either:
- through your Self Assessment tax return
- by asking HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to amend your tax code.
- Example: You donate £100 to St Edmund’s – we claim Gift Aid to make your donation £125. You pay 40% tax so you can personally claim back £25.00 (£125 x 20%).
How do I donate?
If you are a parishioner and you already use ChurchSuite then you can make and manage your donations via the website or App. However, if you are not registered for ChurchSuite, and would like to register, then go HERE.
If you do not wish to register for ChurchSuite then you can still set up a repeat donation or make a one-off gift. Start by clicking on the button below – it will take no more than a few minutes.