Financial Support
Excluding major repairs, it costs approximately £125 per day for the general upkeep of the building, to pay the Rector and for day to day expenses. A further breakdown of costs can be seen here. St Nicolas cannot survive with the support of just a few - we need financial support from the wider Barns Green and Itchingfield community and from friends further afield. Regular giving is the best way of supporting the church as it lets us understand how much money is likely to be received in the year, and plan how best to use it. Donations can be made in support of the church overall, or if you would prefer, specifically towards the upkeep of the churchyard, or fabric of the building. There are several ways to make donations to St Nicolas Church, details of which can be found below. REGULAR GIVING Parish Giving Scheme Please contact the Treasurer if you have any questions or click here to download a PGS registration form. When completing the form, please use the following details in the top right section: Church / Parish name: St Nicolas Donations through PGS can also be set-up by calling 0333 002 1271 (lines are open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm). You will need to have the above information and your bank details to hand. Standing Orders (BACS Transfer) CAF Bank Alternatively, if you don't have access to online banking, a standing order can also be set-up by downloading this form, completing the left hand side and sending it to your bank manager. If you are a UK tax payer please also see the Gift Aid section below for details on how to increase your donation at no expense to you. AD-HOC GIVING Donations in Church BACS Transfer Cheques Legacies GIFT AID If you are a UK taxpayer and give money to the Church, it may be possible to Gift Aid your donations. At no cost to you, this allows the Church to claim back 25p for every £1 you give from HM Revenue & Customs. All you need to do is complete this form and send it to the Treasurer. |