Giving Back
At Barnard Castle School we are committed to expanding our bursary provision so more children receive the benefits of our character education. These pupils help to create a diverse community, creating a better learning environment for all.
We're delighted that you are considering supporting us. Whether you choose to make a financial donation this fine school or volunteer your time, and there's a way of giving back to suit everyone. However you choose to give, your support will make a difference.
You can give to Barnard Castle School, by any of the following easy and flexible means.
Some donors choose to make their donation directly to the School bank account. You can make a transfer easily so please email development@barneyschool.org.uk with details of your planned donation, so we can acknowledge your support and give you all the right details.
Gifts by Cheque
A lot of donors like to give by cheque. Please make your cheque payable to 'Barnard Castle School', and complete our donation form, or enclose a note to let us know how you would like us to use your donation - for example, whether you would like it to support Bursary assistance or whether you are happy to use it in the area of most need. We will be in touch with you as soon as we receive it.
Major Gifts
If you wish to make a major gift to our fee assistance campaign, or to campus development or would like to discuss other opportunities for supporting the School with larger donations, please contact us so that we can discuss the options available.
Gift Aid declaration as this will increase the value of your donation by 25% (25p for every £1 or £250 for every £1,000) as we can reclaim this amount from HMRC. If you are a higher-rate taxpayer, see below the additional relief you can claim through your tax return.
Taxpayers at 40%: the HMRC will increase your tax-free allowance by the difference between 20% and 40%. For a donation of £1,000, this is a saving of £250, thus reducing the net cost of your gift to £750.
Taxpayers at 45%: the HMRC will increase your tax-free allowance by the difference between 20% and 45%.
For a donation of £1,000, this is a saving of £312.50, thus reducing the net cost of your gift to £687.50.
To claim your tax-free allowance, simply enter details of your donations on your tax return.
If you have any questions or wish to discuss your donation, please contact the office on society@barneyschool.org.ukLegacy Gifts
All bequests, from UK tax payers, to the School are exempt from Inheritance Tax (currently 40%). A further 4% discount on Inheritance Tax may apply when at least 10% or more of the 'net value' of the estate is left to charity. The threshold for Inheritance Tax is currently £325,000. We are most grateful to donors who make provision in their Will in favour of Barnard Castle School and they may count on the same recognition and gratitude as other benefactors, In all instances, we advise consultation with your legal advisor when drawing up or revising your Will
Donating in Kind
Financial donations are extremely welcome but donating gifts in kind can be tremendously beneficial for our community. It offers an alternative way to support the School and can be made as a personal donation or through a business. We work with the relevant members of staff and pupils to help you identify the best possible gift - gifts in kind are a tremendously enjoyable way to support the School.In the past we have welcomed a variety of gifts in kind as raffle prizes at School events, the proceeds from these events go to fund equipment, trips and opportunities that will enhance and benefit our current pupils
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