Donate to the COB Foundation
The COB Foundation is dependent upon subscriptions and donations to continue with its work. It is only with your help that we are able to provide membership services, support research in to bladder illness and provide important resources to help those suffering with bladder illness.
Your gift, no matter how small, will help to make a difference.
Ways to Donate:
- One off donation - by fundraising or gift
- Set up a direct debit
- A gift in memory
- Leave a legacy in your will
- A gift in celebration
- Donate by post or phone
- What is gift aid?
- Did you know what your donation can mean?
1…One off Donation - by fundraising or gift
Write or telephone to let us know about your fundraising efforts or your donation and we can publish this in our magazine if you wish.
- Telephone us on 0121 702 0820 to donate by credit card or debit card.
- Write a cheque payment and send by post with a covering letter.
2…Set up a Direct Debit
If you would like to donate to us on a monthly basis, please contact us for further information on how to set up your direct debit.
3…A Gift in Memory
To make a donation in memory of a loved one is a very positive way to celebrate their life. If you would like us to mention their name in our magazine in recognition of your donation, please contact us.
- Telephone us on 0121 702 0820 to donate by credit card or debit card.
- Write a cheque payment and send by post with a covering letter.
4…Leave a Legacy in your Will
Legacies or leaving a gift in your will is a rewarding way of knowing you will leave behind vital help to support our foundation.
To leave a gift in your will, instruct your solicitor of our name and address and the registered charity number, or write this information in your will if you are not using a solicitor.
The COB Foundation
Kings Court
17 School Road
Hall Green
Birmingham
B28 8JG
Registered Charity Number: 1047714
If you would like to speak with us in confidence and without obligation, as we do understand your will is a private matter, please contact us.
5…A Gift in Celebration
Here is a novel way to make a donation by way of celebration.
If you are celebrating a birthday, wedding, special anniversary or occasion, why not ask your relatives and friends to donate to us instead of purchasing presents. You can enjoy your special celebration knowing you are making a real difference to those suffering with bladder illness. If you would like us to mention your name and your special celebration in our magazine, in recognition of your kind donation, please contact us.
6…Donate by Post or Phone
- Telephone us on 0121 702 0820 to donate by credit card or debit card.
- Write a cheque payment and send by post
7…What is Gift Aid?
Gift Aid allows charities to reclaim the basic rate tax you have already paid on the money you donate. This means that currently, donations can be worth an extra 25p for every £1 donated, at no extra cost to the donor.
How does Gift Aid work?
You just have to complete a declaration saying that you pay enough tax to cover what the charity will reclaim from HM Revenue & Customs.
If you are a higher rate tax payer, you can also claim back the difference between basic and higher rate tax. That means that for every pound you give away, you can get 25p back from the taxman – which you can keep, or give to charity.
If you are a taxpayer, please tick the box on the application form to agree to Gift Aid or if you are telephoning us, please let us know.
8…Did you know?
Did you know that a £5 donation to COB will pay for 1 hour of administration?
Did you know that a £10 donation to COB will pay for a 15 minute advice line call?
Did you know that a £20 donation to COB will pay for a month’s internet connection?
Did you know that a £50 donation to COB will pay for postage of 25 patient literature and medical information packs?
Did you know that a £100 donation to COB will pay for replacement lending library books and buy new ones?
