Many supporters want to help more families in need but assume it requires donating more money. In the UK, there’s a simple way to increase the impact of your donation without paying a penny extra.
Gift Aid allows Al Qulub Trust to claim an extra 25% on eligible UK donations at no additional cost to the donor. This extra funding helps support more families with food, emergency aid, and essential supplies while maintaining our 100% donation policy.
In this guide, we explain how Gift Aid works, why it matters, and how one small action can create a much bigger impact—while fully protecting our 100% donation policy.
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme that allows charities to claim an extra 25% on donations made by UK taxpayers. When a donor completes a Gift Aid declaration, Al Qulub Trust can reclaim this additional amount from HMRC at no extra cost to the donor. It’s one of the simplest ways to increase the impact of a donation.
Donate £100 → Al Qulub Trust receives £125
You pay nothing extra
The additional amount comes from HMRC, not you
All it requires is a quick declaration confirming you pay UK tax.
Gift Aid helps Al Qulub Trust support more families by increasing the value of donations by 25% at no extra cost to donors. This additional funding allows the charity to provide more food aid, emergency relief, and essential supplies to vulnerable families. By simply completing a Gift Aid declaration, donors enable Al Qulub Trust to extend its reach and respond to humanitarian needs more effectively.
When multiple donors add Gift Aid, the collective impact becomes significant. The additional 25% across many donations can mean:
More families are receiving food support in emergency situations
Faster delivery of aid during humanitarian crises
Greater stability for households facing short-term hardship
In practical terms, Gift Aid can turn a limited aid distribution into one that reaches dozens of additional families, using the same original donations.
No. Al Qulub Trust continues to operate a 100% donation policy. Gift Aid is added on top of donations and does not reduce or deduct from your original contribution.
100% of your donation goes directly to charitable causes
Gift Aid is an additional amount, reclaimed separately
No admin costs are taken from your donation
This ensures full trust, accountability, and donor confidence.
UK taxpayers who pay Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax can add Gift Aid to their donation, as long as the tax paid covers the amount reclaimed by the charity.
If your circumstances change, you can cancel or update your declaration at any time. For official guidance, see the UK government’s explanation of Gift Aid
Completing a Gift Aid declaration allows charities to maximise the value of donations and support more people in need, with minimal effort from donors.
By completing the Gift Aid form, you:
Increase your donation by 25% instantly
Help Al Qulub Trust plan and deliver more aid
Support families without changing your donation amount
It’s one of the easiest ways to make a meaningful difference.
Gift Aid helps Al Qulub Trust extend its humanitarian reach by funding additional food aid, emergency relief, and family support programmes.
Gift Aid contributions have supported:
Emergency responses during humanitarian crises
Food distribution for struggling families
Rapid aid delivery to vulnerable communities
Each declaration strengthens our ability to respond quickly and effectively.
Completing the Gift Aid form takes around 10 seconds and requires basic confirmation that you are a UK taxpayer.
Visit the Al Qulub Trust
Complete the short declaration form
Submit, and you’re done
Your future eligible donations will also benefit unless you opt out.
A small action can create a powerful ripple effect.
By completing the Gift Aid declaration, you increase your donation by 25%, strengthen Al Qulub Trust’s humanitarian work, and help more families facing hardship, without spending anything extra.
Complete the Gift Aid form today and help us support more families with dignity, care, and compassion.
What is Gift Aid and how does it work?
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme that allows charities to claim an extra 25% on eligible donations from HMRC. When you complete a Gift Aid declaration, Al Qulub Trust can receive more funding at no extra cost to you.
Does Gift Aid cost me anything?
No. Gift Aid does not cost you anything. The additional 25% is paid by HMRC, not by the donor, and your original donation amount does not change.
How does Gift Aid help Al Qulub Trust support more families?
Gift Aid increases the value of donations, allowing Al Qulub Trust to provide more food aid, emergency relief, and essential support to vulnerable families without asking donors to give more.
Does Gift Aid affect Al Qulub Trust’s 100% donation policy?
No. Al Qulub Trust continues to operate a 100% donation policy. Gift Aid is added on top of donations and does not reduce or deduct from your original contribution.
Who can add Gift Aid to their donation?
UK taxpayers who pay Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax can add Gift Aid, as long as the tax paid covers the amount claimed by the charity.
How long does it take to complete the Gift Aid form?
It takes around 10 seconds to complete the Gift Aid declaration. Once submitted, your eligible donations can automatically benefit from Gift Aid.
Can I cancel or change my Gift Aid declaration?
Yes. You can cancel or update your Gift Aid declaration at any time by contacting Al Qulub Trust or updating your preferences.
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