Payroll giving
Payroll giving is a simple, tax-efficient way for employees to support Momentum Children’s Charity through small, regular monthly donations taken directly from their salary before tax.
Also known as Give As You Earn, payroll giving helps provide reliable, long-term funding so we can continue supporting families of seriously ill children when they need us most.
What is payroll giving?
Payroll giving allows employees to donate to charity directly from their salary before tax is deducted. This means donations cost less to the individual, while charities receive the full value of the gift.
Payroll Giving is set up through employers’ payroll systems using
HMRC-approved payroll giving agencies and runs automatically each month.
Example
- A basic-rate taxpayer donating £10 per month will see just £8 deducted from their take-home pay.
- Momentum Children’s Charity receives the full £10.
Savings vary depending on your tax rate.
Download the employer one page explainer
We’ve created a simple one-page explainer PDF that can be passed around teams to explain how payroll giving works and the impact it has on families.
Why payroll giving matters to Momentum families
Families referred to Momentum Children’s Charity often need support for months or years, not just during treatment, but before, during and after hospital care.
Payroll giving provides a predictable, ongoing income stream that allows us to plan ahead, fund long-term services and ensure no family is left unsupported.
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Regular payroll giving donations could help fund:
Family support
From the moment a family is referred to us by one of our partner hospitals, our Family Support Team are there every step of the way, for as long as we’re needed.
Hospital partnerships
Our partnerships with NHS hospitals across London, Surrey and Sussex help make sure every hospital experience is as positive as it can be.
Respite breaks
Holiday homes and river boat breaks. A few days away from treatment and stress, while staying safe and close to home.
Family trips & experiences
A little lift and something out of the ordinary, so families can escape the day-to-day and make memories together.
Social work service
Specialist social work support for families who need enhanced advice, advocacy and practical help.
Bereavement support
Momentum Echoes supports families through the heartbreak of losing their child, for as long as support is needed.
Why businesses should embrace payroll giving
Payroll giving offers businesses a simple way to support charitable giving while strengthening employee engagement.
Benefits include:
- low administrative burden for payroll teams
- tax-efficient giving for employees
- improved staff engagement and retention
- a practical way to support corporate social responsibility and workplace giving
Many employers also choose to enhance impact by matching employee payroll giving donations.
Why Momentum Children’s Charity should be your choice
Momentum Children’s Charity supports families of seriously ill children across London, Surrey and Sussex.
By choosing Momentum through payroll giving, you help provide:
- stability for families during long and uncertain journeys
- long-term funding for vital services
- consistent support when families need it most
Regular payroll giving helps ensure our support is there not just today, but for as long as families need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Payroll giving is set up through an employer’s payroll system using an HMRC-approved payroll giving agency. Employers choose a provider, register, and enable employees to opt in through payroll. Once live, donations are processed automatically each pay period.
Yes. Some employers choose to match employee payroll giving donations as part of their workplace giving or CSR strategy. Matching is optional but can significantly increase the overall impact of employee donations.
Yes. Employees can usually change the amount they give or stop payroll giving at any time by contacting their payroll or HR team. There are no long-term commitments required.
No. Payroll giving is available to organisations of all sizes, including small and medium-sized businesses. Many providers offer simple setup options designed specifically for smaller teams.
Payroll giving
- Donations are taken from salary before tax
- Immediate tax relief for the donor
- Well suited to regular monthly giving
- Provides charities with predictable, ongoing income
Gift Aid
- Donations are made after tax
- Charities can reclaim 25 percent from HMRC
- Best suited to one-off or ad-hoc donations
Both options are valuable. Payroll giving is particularly effective for charities delivering services that require consistency and forward planning.
Long-term impact
Payroll giving works best when charities use funding to deliver support and services over time, rather than one-off activity.
Values and purpose
Choose a charity that reflects your personal values or, for employers, aligns with organisational social responsibility goals.
Transparency and trust
Regular payroll donations support charities with clear reporting, accountable governance, and visible impact that donors can understand and trust.
Want to know more about payroll giving?
Payroll giving is more than a donation. It is a story of care, generosity, and purpose. Whether you are an employee looking to make a meaningful contribution or a business aiming to lead with impact, Payroll giving offers a simple, effective way to create change.
At Momentum Children’s Charity, we invite you to join us in building a future where no family faces their journey alone. Together, we can transform lives, one payslip at a time.
If you’d like to talk through payroll giving, understand how it works, or explore whether it could suit your organisation, we’re very happy to help.
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You can still support families today.
One-off or regular donations help fund counselling, therapies, and respite for families facing childhood cancer and life-challenging conditions.