Frequently asked questions

How can I donate?

You can make a donation via our JustGiving page below, or you can contact us directly to donate via other methods.

Can I add Gift Aid to my donation?

We have provided the facility to donate via a Just Giving portal on our website. This explains the requirements for Gift Aiding your donation and would enable us to claim an additional 25 per cent from HMRC. So, for example, if you Gift Aid a donation of £60 the Foundation can claim an additional £15. If you are unable to donate via the website we can accept cash or cheque donations and we can provide a Gift Aid form for you to fill in and return to us.

How can I become involved?

If you would like to become involved please contact us by email at enquiries@crosslanefoundation.org or by ‘phone on 0161 499 7871.

How do I get to see what you have done at The Lowry?

We intend to issue regular bulletins and updates on our website. From time to time, we do get the opportunity to attend sessions at The Lowry and would be able to invite a small number of guests.

How do I get to see what you have done at IntoUniversity?

We intend to issue regular bulletins and updates on our website. From time to time, we do get the opportunity to attend sessions at the IntoUniversity Manchester North at Blackley and would be able to invite a small number of guests.

How do I get to see what you have done at Chris Williams Football Academy?

We intend to issue regular bulletins and updates on our website. Please contact us if you would like to visit the Chris Williams Football Academy.

How can I get a grant/funding?

We are currently supporting chosen charities that meet our own Objectives. Our subsequent ability to fund individuals or other organisations will depend upon the success of meeting our current fundraising obligations. Our intention is to provide a platform for further fundraising that extends to other initiatives that meet our aims. If you believe your activities meet our vision or have a particular need please get in touch.

Who qualifies for the funding?

We are currently supporting chosen charities that meet our own Objectives. Our subsequent ability to fund individuals or other organisations will depend upon the success of meeting our current fundraising obligations. Our intention is to provide a platform for further fundraising that extends to other initiatives that meet our aims. If you believe your activities meet our vision or have a particular need please get in touch.

When is your financial year end?

Our first “year-end” will be 28th February 2020.

How can I become a trustee?

If you would like to become a Trustee and believe that you have the right qualifications and background then we would be delighted to hear from you; please email us at enquiries@crosslanefoundation.org. The Crosslane Foundation is registered with the Charity Commission that has issued a number of online guides that are on their website to help you and we suggest you start there (www.gov.uk/government/organisations/charity-commission). Please note that The Crosslane Foundation whilst able to reimburse certain expenses cannot pay its trustees a salary or stipend.

When can't Gift Aid be claimed?

Making a donation in return for tickets (raffles, events and auctions) or goods and services (including ‘experience’ days). This is because they are not ‘freewill’ gifts – you are getting something in return for your donation. If we decide a donation has been incorrectly marked as eligible for Gift Aid, we can’t submit it.

 

Making a donation on behalf of someone else or a group of people. For example, if a friend gives you £10 which you donate to your Fundraising Page using your own card and details. Even if your friend is a UK taxpayer, the donation is not eligible because HMRC needs to know the details of the person actually contributing the funds.

 

Making a donation on behalf of a company. You can only make Gift Aid declarations on your own taxpayer status when spending your own money. However, a company can claim tax relief on the donation when donating directly to the charity.

 

Making a donation to a family member who’s taking part in an event and their charity is contributing to the cost. For example, if you’re donating to a close family member who is doing an overseas trek and the charity is paying for the cost of their trip

I can't find the answer to my question?

If you can’t find the answer to your question in our FAQs then please contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you.

 

Contact Number: +44 (0) 161 499 7871
Email: enquiries@crosslanefoundation.org

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