Gift Aid seminar

Wednesday 21 January 2026

Online event

Join us on online for an in-depth look at Gift Aid in the digital age. This interactive online seminar—open to both CFG members and non-members—will help you strengthen your Gift Aid processes, streamline your digital claims, and ensure your submissions are audit-proof.

Gain practical insights from expert speakers in sessions on Digital Transformation and Automation in Gift Aid and Audit-Proofing Your Gift Aid Claims, then put your questions to the experts during a 30-minute live troubleshooting Q&A.

Book your place today and take a confident step towards more efficient, compliant, and future-ready Gift Aid management.

 

Why should I attend?

Our online Gift Aid seminar is open to our members and non-members to give you the opportunity to attend insightful sessions on the digital side of Gift Aid and making your Gift Aid claims audit proof. You'll also have the chance to get your questions answered in a 30-minute live troubleshooting Q&A with our expert speakers. 

See the full programme below for more information, but here's a preview of the sessions:

  • Digital Transformation and Automation in Gift Aid
  • Audit-Proof Your Gift Aid Claims

 

When and where?

  • Wednesday 21 January
  • 13:30-16:00
  • Location: Online via Zoom

 

How do I book?

Book below. You'll receive updated event information approximately one week prior to the event date.

 

Who should attend?

This event is appropriate for whole finance departments including Finance directors, managers and accountants as well as fundraising teams. 

 

About CFG events and membership

Becoming a CFG member gives you access to exclusive benefits including event discounts, so find out more about CFG Membership before you book. Association of Independent Museums members can register for free CFG membership through our partnership.

CFG events, training and members' meetings can count towards your continuous professional development (CPD), and this event could provide you with 2.5 hours of CPD. For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.

 
Programme
13:30-13:35

Chair's welcome

13:35-14:20

Digital Transformation and Automation in Gift Aid

Discover how charities are using technology to streamline Gift Aid processes and minimise manual errors. This session will showcase practical examples of integrating donor CRMs with online giving tools and using AI or data validation tools to flag incomplete or duplicate declarations. We will also explore insights from the Future of Gift Aid Project and what it means for preparing your charity for the sector’s evolving digital landscape.

14:20-14:30

Break

14:30-15:15

Audit-Proof Your Gift Aid Claims

Gain practical insights and strategies to give your finance team and trustees peace of mind when managing Gift Aid. This session will cover the essentials of building a robust audit trail, as well as real examples of HMRC compliance checks. Learn best-practice wording for declarations, how to apply the “tax to cover” rule when communicating with donors, and internal controls for the Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme (GASDS).

15:15-15:45

Troubleshooting and Q&A

15:45-15:50

Chair's closing remarks

Prices
Charities - Members - Early Bird Rate£89.00
Charities - Members£103.00
Charities - Non-members£192.00
Corporate - Members£342.00