Payroll giving

By setting up Payroll Giving you can help support people living with cancer no matter what their diagnosis or situation. Read the answers to your frequently asked questions.
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How can I sign up for Payroll Giving?

Sign up for Payroll Giving

If you’d like more information about Payroll Giving, please contact payrollgiving@macmillan.org.uk or call our Supporter Care Hub on 0300 1000 200 (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm).

What is Payroll Giving?

Payroll Giving is also known as Workplace Giving and Give As You Earn (GAYE). It is a scheme run by your employer which allows you to give a charitable donation to Macmillan (or any charity) tax-free through your salary. Your donation will automatically stop when you leave your employer.

What are the benefits of Payroll Giving?

Not only is it a simple way to support us, but it's also tax effective because donations are deducted before you pay tax.

If you donate £10, only £8 comes out of your net salary and the taxman pays the rest. Or if you're on a higher tax rate (40%), only £6 comes out of your net salary and the taxman pays the rest.

There are also other benefits:

  • Ease - It's easy to set up.
  • Privacy - We don't need your bank details as the donation will come straight to us from your salary.
  • You're in charge - You can change or stop your donation at any time by contacting your payroll department.

How will I be helping Macmillan

By giving through your salary each payday, you will be helping us continue providing physical, financial and emotional support through all the services we offer. The fact that we know how much and how often you will donate means that we can plan ahead and make sure your hard-earned cash is put to the best possible use.

How much will my donation cost if I am a standard rate taxpayer?

  • £10 donation - The cost of your donation from your gross salary - £10 
    You only pay - £8 
    Your tax saving - £2
  • £12 donation - The cost of your donation from your gross salary - £12 
    You only pay - £9.60 
    Your tax saving - £2.40
  • £25 donation - The cost of your donation from your gross salary - £25 
    You only pay - £20 
    Your tax saving - £5
  • £50 donation - The cost of your donation from your gross salary - £50 
    You only pay - £40 
    Your tax saving - £10

If you are a higher rate taxpayer, your tax saving will be at the higher rate.

Get in touch

0300 1000 200
Call our Supporter Care team Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
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Donation FAQs
Read answers to your frequently asked questions, including ways you can donate, donating from abroad and setting up direct debits.
Our fundraising promise to you
As members of the Fundraising Regulator, you can give with confidence. We keep your details secure, and are transparent about how your donation is spent.
Help with the cost of living and cancer
We know that cancer can be tough on your finances. You may also be worried about rises to energy bills and other costs of living. There is support available.