St Margaret’s

GIVING

GENEROSITY.
IN ALL ITS FORMS.

Your time, your talents and your gifts help St Margaret’s remain a place of worship, welcome and care for Rainham. There is more than one way to make a difference.

EXPLORE WAYS TO GIVE
Flowers arranged in St Margaret’s Church

A gift of time.
A skill shared.
A little generosity.

EVERY GIFT HAS A PLACE.

Find a way to give that feels right for you.

SUPPORT OUR CHURCH AND COMMUNITY

GIVE FINANCIALLY

A regular gift or a one-off donation helps sustain worship, welcome and practical care in Rainham.

Giving time and care

A LITTLE TIME CAN MEAN A LOT

GIVE YOUR TIME

Bring a little of your week to the life of the church. There are many ways to help, however much time you have.

Making and sharing creative skills

YOUR GIFTS MATTER

SHARE YOUR TALENTS

Music, cooking, welcoming, teaching, technology or a practical skill. Your gifts have a place here.

Flowers arranged in St Margaret’s Church

CELEBRATE. REMEMBER. GIVE THANKS.

SPONSOR FLOWERS

Mark a special occasion or remember someone you love with an arrangement of flowers in church.

The historic doorway of St Margaret’s Church

A LASTING GIFT

LEAVE A LEGACY

A gift in your will can help the church continue its work of worship and welcome for years to come.

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GIVE FINANCIALLY

Your giving enables Sunday services, work with children and families, outreach to local schools and social action projects. All that happens is made possible by those who pray, serve and give.

Choose a way to give that works for you.

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GIVE YOUR TIME

Giving your time to God, our church and for the benefit of others is valued at St Margaret’s. In this busy world, please consider choosing to give regular time, no matter how short, to the life of our church. It may be linked to your talents, or you may decide to join a small group that regularly supports the everyday running of our church.

Do come forward and speak to a member of the clergy or the church warden if you would like to become involved, do not wait to be asked!

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SHARE YOUR TALENTS

Part of the diversity of God’s creation is the unique way in which we have each been created and equipped with talents, aptitudes, gifts, and skills. Please take time to consider what you may offer to the St Margaret’s family. Do come forward and speak to a member of the clergy or church warden if you would like to become involved, do not wait to be asked!

What might you offer?

An ability to make people feel welcome.
A love of or training in music.
Experience of teaching or working with children or young people.
Financial knowledge.
Artistic talents.
A flair for fundraising.
Baking or cooking skills.
Professional experience.
Academic aptitudes.
A passion for the environment or natural world.
Knowledge of IT.

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SPONSOR FLOWERS

If you have an occasion such as baptism, birthday, wedding anniversary or similar that you would like to celebrate, it is possible to sponsor a pedestal of flowers in church, on a particular Sunday, for a donation of around £30.

You may also like to sponsor an arrangement in memory of a loved one. A card with details can be attached if you wish. Please contact the church office for more details. The flower team would be happy to discuss your request.

office@rainhamchurch.co.uk01634 362023

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LEAVE A LEGACY

Many members of our church family choose to remember St Margaret’s in their will. These gifts have helped fund projects and sustain the life of our church.

If you are considering a gift, or have already included St Margaret’s in your will, you are welcome to speak with the church office.

office@rainhamchurch.co.uk

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REGULAR GIVING

Regular giving helps the church plan its work with confidence, supporting worship and care for the local community throughout the year.

You can set up a Direct Debit through the Parish Giving Scheme.
Find Rainham, St Margaret’s and follow the provider’s instructions to choose your gift and complete registration.

For help, contact treasurer@rainhamchurch.co.uk.

OPEN PARISH GIVING SCHEME

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A ONE-OFF GIFT

A one-off gift is a way to support St Margaret’s whenever you choose, without setting up a regular donation. Your generosity helps sustain the life of the church, from Sunday worship and work with children and families to our welcome and practical support for the local community.

Use the church’s existing online giving form below to choose the amount you would like to give and follow the steps to complete your donation.

OPEN SECURE GIVING

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JUSTGIVING

You can give to St Margaret’s at any time through its JustGiving page, or use it to create a personal fundraising page for the church.

OPEN ST MARGARET’S JUSTGIVING

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FUNDRAISING

Whether you enjoy running, baking, organising a challenge or celebrating a special occasion, the church office can help you coordinate fundraising for St Margaret’s.

To create a personal fundraising page, visit the church’s JustGiving page and choose its fundraising option. Talk through your idea with the church office. Whether you have a fully planned event or just the beginnings of an idea, we would love to hear from you and explore how we can support your fundraising.

office@rainhamchurch.co.uk.

START FUNDRAISING

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GIVING BY CHEQUE

Please make cheques payable to St Margaret’s PCC. You can give your cheque in an envelope at a Sunday service or post it to:

St Margaret’s Church
High Street
Rainham, Kent
ME8 7JH

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PAYROLL GIVING

If your employer offers Payroll Giving, you can donate from your pay before Income Tax is deducted. The cost to you depends on your tax rate.

Ask your HR team whether a scheme is available. Gift Aid cannot be claimed on donations made through Payroll Giving.

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EMPLOYER MATCHED GIVING

Some employers match charitable gifts or fundraising by their employees. The amount and eligibility vary between schemes.

Ask your HR or Social Responsibility team whether your workplace offers matching. The church office can help with information about St Margaret’s and its heritage work.

office@rainhamchurch.co.uk

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GIFT AID

If you are eligible, Gift Aid lets the church claim an extra 25p for every £1 you donate.

You must pay enough UK Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax to cover the Gift Aid claimed by all charities on your donations. You need to make a Gift Aid declaration and tell the charity if your circumstances change.

To ask for the church’s declaration form or discuss your giving,
contact treasurer@rainhamchurch.co.uk.

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PARISH GIVING SCHEME TALK

A talk by Liz Mullins about the Parish Giving Scheme.

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WRITING YOUR WILL

The Church of England partners with Farewill to offer a free online will-writing service. The service offers an optional opportunity to leave a gift to your church; you do not have to do so to use it. Check the provider’s current terms and eligibility when you visit.

OPEN THE WILL-WRITING SERVICE

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ALREADY HAVE A WILL?

If you would like to include St Margaret’s in an existing will, speak with your will provider. The church’s published details are:

The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical
Parish of St Margaret of Antioch, Rainham, Kent

St Margaret’s Church
High Street
Rainham, Kent
ME8 7JH

CHARITY NUMBER: 1134849

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CHARITABLE GIFTS IN YOUR WILL

Charitable gifts in a will can affect inheritance tax. The government’s guidance explains how this works. Your will provider or professional adviser can help you consider your own circumstances.

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