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Q	How will my donation make a difference?
A	Your donation will be making a difference to local people in the West of England who are in some way disadvantaged and really deserve your support. Through being pooled with other general donations it will have greater impact and will help us to make grants to a broad range of community and voluntary groups doing good right at the heart of our communities.
Q	Can I donate gifts other than money?
A	Yes, gifts of shares, property, land and other investments are very welcome and, like donating cash, can bring generous tax benefits for both you and the community foundation. Leaving a donation to the Community Foundation in your will is another very effective way of supporting local good causes.
Q	Can I make my donation go further with Gift Aid?
A	If you are an individual UK taxpayer, using Gift Aid means that for every pound you give, we get an extra 25 pence from the Inland Revenue. Imagine what a difference that could make and it doesn’t cost you a thing! If you are a higher rate taxpayer(currently 40%), you can also reclaim tax relief for yourself on your annual tax return. Companies also qualify for tax relief under Gift Aid and must deduct the amount of the donation as a ‘charge’ when working out profits for corporation tax purposes.
Q	Can I support a particular issue or area by making a donation?
A	Yes, you can ask that your donation be used specifically to support community and voluntary groups in one of our four geographical areas (Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire). You could also choose to support one of our themed funds which benefit young people – please contact us for more details. Of course, if you able to make a major donation you can set up your own charitable fund at the Community Foundation and specify which causes you wish to support.
Q	In what other ways can I support the community foundation?
A	There are many different ways of supporting our work and it’s a case of finding the right way for you. Individuals could join one of our membership schemes, set up their own charitable fund, or leave a gift in their will. Companies could make us their nominated charity of the year and involve staff in fundraising, set up a charitable fund at the community foundation, set up a pay-roll giving scheme, or offer in-kind support. Whichever way you choose to help – it will certainly be appreciated.