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Charities
Archives for March 2015
Discussion List
Setting questions for a general knowledge charity quiz
Hi Folks I have been asked to set up questions for a local charity quiz. The categories range from Film & TV, History, News & Current Affairs, Science & Nature, and Sport. I don't want the questions to be too hard, and on the other hand make them too easy. I was wondering if it would be best just to copy some questions…
Running Great North Run for Macmillan - sponsors greatly appreciated
Me and my brother-in-law are both running the Great North Run in September this year and are raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. For anyone who isn't familiar with the Great North Run it involves us running 13.1 miles from Newcastle to South Shields, I took part last year and have to admit it was the most amazing…
Easyfundraising and John Lewis
Hi - Does anyone else have problems getting John Lewis to stump up for their donations via www. easyfundraising.org.uk? We've signed up our small local charity to this website and other retailers such as M&S, Boots, Ocado, etc, etc are really great - often paying on the same day you place the order. In my experience, John…
Sponsor a Child - Guatemala
After some recommendations. I have searched through a number of charities and am just trying to narrow down who to go with, with some recommendations. I specifically want to sponsor a child in Guatemala. I of course want the majority of money to go to the child/village but am realistic in the need for admin costs. I am not…
competition Rules
Hi, we are attending an event at which we can raise funds. We have decided to hold a competition where people guess how many candies are in a jar, and they win a computer. I have read lots of sites about rules around competitions, and I think we are OK with this, that we dont need any licence etc., am I right?
Free/Discounted Mobile Phones?
Sorry if this is in the wrong place, feel free to move it. I volunteer for a charity project and something that continually comes up is the need for volunteer phones. At the moment, we can only communicate (outside of face-to-face meetings) with clients via the line manager to protect our personal contact details. This can…
Comic Relief fundraising - could anyone sponsor?
Hi, I am raising money for comic relief. I single handedly run a facebook group where I post deals and bargains for people to get the best deals, and if I can reach £500 by Friday I will host a 24 hour bargain marathon at the end of March - 10 posts an hour minimum for 24 hours straight. The group details are on the…
Skydiving Event - Need sponsors!
Hi everyone, I'm just going to as many forums I know and use to try and attract sponsors ^_^ I'm participating in a skydiving event to raise funds for teenager cancer trust. Because I can't post a link please type in just.giving.com and add /Sunny-Deng1 at the end If people could also post on this thread to help others…
Unincorporated Charitable Association- members?
Hiya How many members do I need to set up an Unincorporated Charitable Association? Can they be my family members? what effect does in have on them in terms of tax etc? what risks are there for them? thank you :)
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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