Support Aberdeen Charities

Why donate to Aberdeen charities?

Aberdeen is home to incredible charities tackling challenges like homelessness, education gaps, and environmental issues. Supporting these charities helps both the community and your finances. Benefits of donating to Aberdeen charities include:

Help fund critical services
Such as food banks and mental health support.
Strengthen local communities
By making impactful contributions.
Qualify for tax relief
By reducing your overall tax bill.

Maximise your donations with tax relief

Donating to registered charities in Aberdeen comes with financial benefits. Here’s how UK tax relief works:

Gift Aid

Charities can claim an extra 25p for every £1 you donate at no additional cost to you. Simply tick the Gift Aid box when donating and ensure you’re a UK taxpayer.

Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers

If you pay 40% or 45% tax, you can claim back the difference between your tax rate and the basic rate (20%) through your self-assessment tax return.

Business donations

Companies can deduct charitable donations from profits before calculating Corporation Tax. Donations could include money, equipment, or sponsorships.

Find a cause that matters to you in Aberdeen

Explore our complete list of all local charities registered in Aberdeen, from community projects to international organisations.

The Kerusso Trust

The Kerusso Trust is an enabling charity that supports Christian training and education programmes in Malawi. We partner with Malawian Christian organisations and trusted individuals to provide non-denominational Bible-based training programmes for 1000s of pastors, church leaders, village chiefs, youth and children in rural Malawi, and bursaries for girls to attend a Christian secondary school.

43 Kingswood Crescent, Kingswells, Aberdeen, AB15 8TE

thekerussotrust.org

info@thekerussotrust.org

07749 919141

Charity Number: 1145560

Date Registered: 20 January 2012

Income: £113,320 (December 2023)

Northolt War Memorial Hall And Village Green Trust

Currently the Trust holds property and lands for the use of the parishioners of Northolt Village and, if they are not using them, the wider community.

3 Longhillock Cottages, Portlethen, Aberdeen, AB12 4QT

07921 760 636

Charity Number: 228451

Date Registered: 4 March 1964

Income: £0 (March 2023)

The Energy, Petroleum, Mineral And Natural Resources Law And Policy Education Trust

The trust provides grants, prizes and other funding to support the education of post-graduate students from around the world in subjects relating to energy, petroleum, mineral and natural resources law and policy, primarily at the University of Dundee's Centre for Energy, Petroleum and Mineral Law and Policy.

C M S Cameron Mckenna, 6 Queens Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4ZT

Judith.Aldersey-Williams@cms-cmno.com

01224267164

Charity Number: 272715

Date Registered: 21 January 1977

Income: £8,742 (December 2023)

Aberdeen Christadelphian Ecclesia

That we meet together on a regular basis to: Worship our Heavenly Father and his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Strengthen our fellowship in Jesus Christ. Study God's word and learn from the Bible how to live Christ-like lives: i. Preaching God's truth as we understand it from scripture, ii. Nurturing the spiritual and personal wellbeing of each member, iii. Supporting charitable work worldwide both in the brotherhood and in the outside community, iv. Playing our part as an ecclesia in the worldwide Christadelphian brotherhood.

29a Westburn Drive, Aberdeen, AB25 3BY, Scotland

Charity Number: SC000005

Date Registered: 23 March 1984

Income: £6,244 (December 2023)

Shepherd Trust

I direct my Trustees after the death of the said Reverend James Shepherd, to apply the free revenue or income of my said means and estate according to their own discretion for the benefit of gentlewomen resident in Aberdeen who fulfil these conditions,- (one) they must be widows or daughters of deceased merchants, shopkeepers or other men of business who resided in Aberdeen for at least twenty five years. and (two) their circumstances must be such that through no fault of their own they are in need of financial assistance to enable them to live in reasonable comfort, having regard to the social position they occupied or formerly occupied, and to any claims that may in my Trustees' opinion be incumbent on them for the suitable education of their children or otherwise.

7 Golden Square, Aberdeen, AB10 1RD, Scotland

Charity Number: SC000112

Date Registered: 20 January 1930

Income: £236 (April 2023)

Robert Gordon's College

The advancement of education.

Schoolhill, Aberdeen, AB10 1FE, Scotland

rgc.aberdeen.sch.uk

Charity Number: SC000123

Date Registered: 1 January 1992

Income: £23,285,000 (July 2023)

St James Episcopal Church: Stonehaven

The advancement of religion.

3 Loirston Manor, Aberdeen, AB12 3HD, Scotland

stjames-stonehaven.org.uk

Charity Number: SC000301

Date Registered: 2 June 1932

Income: £228,777 (August 2023)

St Devenick Episcopal Church Bieldside: Aberdeen

1. The advancement of religion 2. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

59 Rubislaw Den South, Aberdeen, AB15 4BA, Scotland

stdevenicks.org

Charity Number: SC000386

Date Registered: 13 March 1918

Income: £140,951 (September 2023)

Scottish Women’s Institutes Aberdeenshire Federation

A) To advance the education and skills of women and girls To provide a platform for social activities and networking To promote the preservation and development of Scotland's heritage and culture To promote and work with like-minded organisations at home and abroad

63 Esslemont Avenue, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB25 1SS, Scotland

Charity Number: SC000895

Date Registered: 15 May 1945

Income: £56,174 (August 2023)

St Andrew Cathedral Church: Aberdeen

2. Charitable status. The Charge is established for exclusively charitable purposes, primarily for the advancement of religion and to provide public benefit. (The expression 'charitable purposes' shall mean a charitable purposes as defined in section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 as amended from time to time ('the 2005 Act'') which is also regarded as a charitable purpose in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts from time to time in force.)

28 King Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5AX, Scotland

standrewsaberdeen.org

Charity Number: SC001058

Date Registered: 1 March 1922

Income: £162,039 (September 2023)

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You can donate more than just cash

Donating shares, land, or property can provide even greater tax benefits than cash donations. These types of donations offer unique reliefs:

Income tax relief - Deduct the value of your donation from your total taxable income for the tax year.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemption - You do not have to pay CGT on the land, property, or shares you give to a UK registered charity.

How to donate shares, land, or property

Identify your preferred charity - Confirm they can accept non-cash donations such as shares or property.
Transfer ownership directly to the charity - Ensure the transfer is completed in line with legal requirements.
Include the donation details in your tax return - Record the value of your donation to claim applicable tax reliefs.

Important notes

Keep detailed records of your donation and any agreements with the charity.
If the transfer isn’t completed properly or lacks sufficient documentation, you might still be liable for Capital Gains Tax.
Always check with the charity or a tax adviser to ensure the donation process meets HMRC requirements.

You can learn more about donating assets to charity at GOV.UK.

Why donate assets?

Thinking beyond cash donations allows you to make a greater impact while maximising your tax savings. By donating assets, you can support causes close to your heart in a tax-efficient way.

How businesses in Aberdeen can give back

Businesses in Aberdeen can make a difference while benefiting financially.

Benefits of corporate donations

Tax relief
Deduct donations from your profits before Corporation Tax.
Improved reputation
Show customers and employees your commitment to the community.
Opportunities
Consider sponsorships, matched giving programmes, or volunteering.

You can learn more about corporate giving at GOV.UK.

Maximise your giving with these tax saving tips

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Keep receipts

Always save receipts and Gift Aid declarations for your records.

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Include donations in your tax return

Higher-rate taxpayers can claim additional relief.

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Consider donating assets

Non-cash donations like shares and property may save you more tax.

Aberdeen charities FAQs

What is Gift Aid? How do I use Gift Aid?

Gift Aid allows charities to claim 25% extra on your donation from HMRC. Tick the Gift Aid box when donating if you’re a UK taxpayer.

Can I claim tax relief on all donations?

You can only claim tax relief for donations made to UK registered charities. Keep records for proof.

How do I claim tax relief for donations as a higher-rate taxpayer?

Include your donations in your Self-Assessment tax return to claim the difference between your tax rate and the basic rate.

What if my business wants to donate?

Businesses can deduct donations from profits for Corporation Tax purposes. Both cash and non-cash donations are eligible.