Money Matters
Thanks to all who give to the church
Supporting Your Parish Church
This year, it will cost around £30,000 (about £600 per week) to run Thanington Parish Church and to do the routine maintenance of the historic St Nicholas Church building.
Where does this money come from? Mostly from the regular giving of people in the congregation, occasional fund-raising events and one-off donations. We are grateful for all of these contributions, both large and small.
However, for major repairs and improvements to this grade II* listed church building, we have to raise additional funds. For example, in 2023, the long overdue repair of the lychgate cost £24,000. We are currently praying and working to raise £50,000 for essential repairs to the church roof to keep it watertight. This means applying for grants, inviting donations and doing local fund-raising events. In fact, raising funds from the local community is one of the keys to gaining grant funding.
If you value the presence of St Nicholas Church in Thanington and want to keep this historic church building in good shape for the people of Thanington, please consider making a donation or doing a fund-raising activity in aid of the church.
We recognise that for some this is just not an option because of the rising cost of living. But for those who can afford it, here are all the different ways to give to the work of Thanington Parish Church:
The Parish Giving Scheme provides a way for people to give to the church, regularly by direct debit or as a one-off donation. UK taxpayers can also register for Gift Aid, increasing the value of the gift to our church at no cost to yourself. The Parish Giving Scheme is secure, confidential, and easy to use for church members. To find out more, visit Thanington’s Parish Giving page.
Bank Transfer (BACS )
You can send a Payment or Bank Transfer to the church. This can easily be done via internet/online banking or via your banking app. Here are the church account details you will need:
Account name: Thanington Parochial Church Council
Sort code: 20-17-92
Account Number: 00446548
If you are a taxpayer, we may be able to claim Gift Aid (see below.)
Standing Order from your bank
You can set up a Standing Order for a regular monthly payment to the church via your bank. You can amend the payment whenever you wish, so you are in control. Here are the church bank details you will need:
Account name: Thanington Parochial Church Council
Sort code: 20-17-92 Account Number: 00446548
If you are a taxpayer, we may be able to claim Gift Aid (see below.)
Cash, cheque or contactless
Of course, you can also just come along to church and put cash or a cheque in the offering plate. Cheques payable to Thanington Parochial Church Council.
We also accept card payments at church using a contactless card reader which can be found near the main door.
If you are a taxpayer, please consider registering for Gift Aid, which could increase your gift by 25% without any additional cost to you (see below).
The Parish Giving Scheme provides a way for people to give to the church, regularly by direct debit or as a one-off donation. UK taxpayers can also register for Gift Aid, increasing the value of the gift to our church at no cost to yourself. The Parish Giving Scheme is secure, confidential, and easy to use for church members. To find out more, visit Thanington’s Parish Giving page.
You can send a Payment or Bank Transfer to the church. This can easily be done via your bank’s internet/online banking. Here are the church account details you will need:
Account name: Thanington Parochial Church Council
Sort code: 20-17-92
Account Number: 00446548
If you are a taxpayer, we may be able to claim Gift Aid (see below.)
You can set up a Standing Order for a regular monthly payment to the church via your bank. You can amend the payment whenever you wish, so you are in control. Here are the church bank details you will need:
Account name: Thanington Parochial Church Council
Sort code: 20-17-92 Account Number: 00446548
If you are a taxpayer, we may be able to claim Gift Aid (see below.)
Of course, you can also just come along to church and put cash or a cheque in the offering plate. Cheques payable to Thanington Parochial Church Council.
We also accept card payments at church using a contactless card reader which can be found near the main door.
If you are a taxpayer, please consider registering for Gift Aid, which could increase your gift by 25% without any additional cost to you (see below).
Gift Aid
Gift Aid is a scheme that lets UK taxpayers increase the value of their charity donations at no cost to themselves. If you register for Gift Aid, the government will increase the value of your donation by 25%. Every £10 you give becomes £12.50 for the charity. And there is no extra cost to you. To register with us for Gift Aid, get in touch with our treasurer, Tony Martin: treasurer@thaningtonparishchurch.org.uk
Thank you
We are grateful to all who support the work of this church with their time, their talents and their money. Your support will help us to…
- Offer weekly worship, baptisms, weddings, funerals, and those special services which bring the community together at Christmas, Easter, Harvest, and Remembrance Sunday.
- Offer Thanington Messy Churchand other events planned for children and families.
- Welcome new residents into Thanington, care for people when they are sick, isolated or bereaved, and visit people in local retirement and care homes.
- Care for our historic church building, so that it is in good shape for current residents and future generations.