Donate from the UK

We welcome donations from individuals, groups, trusts and corporations to support the work of CRS, both its regular programmes as well as specific initiatives. Different ways to give are detailed below. The UK Friends have minimal operating costs meaning that more than 90 pence in every pound is transferred directly to CRS in India.

Tax relief: We benefit from the Gift Aid scheme which enables us to reclaim the tax on donations by UK taxpayers amounting to a 25 pence rebate for every pound given.

Regular giving

Regular monthly donations are invaluable as they ensure a consistent flow of funding to CRS in Kolkata and also enable the management team there to budget and plan ahead. The majority of regular donations go into the general fund for use across the three main programme areas of education, health care and women’s empowerment.

  • To donate by direct debit we use CAF Donate which is a free service to charities to enable them to securely take regular payments from donors.
  • If you would like to give directly to the Friends of CRS either by setting up a standing order, or making a bank transfer, please email secretary@friendsofcrs.co.uk for an information sheet and a gift aid form.

One off donation

Single donations of whatever size, large or small, make a very real difference to the work of CRS. One off donations go into the general fund to be used across the main programme areas of education, health and women’s empowerment unless you make a specific request.

  • Cheques made payable to ‘Friends of Calcutta Cathedral Relief Service’ can be sent to: Friends of CRS c/o Reverend Anita Matthews, St Peter’s in the City, St Peter’s Street, Derby DE1 1SN
  • To donate online, please use the Friends of CRS account with CAF Donate.
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Giving in memory or leaving a legacy

Many people remember a charity in their will; others use the estate of a loved one to make a charitable donation. A gift of any size will have a lasting impact on the lives of needy people.

Volunteering

We welcome volunteers who can give some of their time to help the Friends of CRS, particularly with fundraising and outreach. If you are interested in volunteering in any way, please get in touch using the details on the Contact page.

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