Skinners’ Giving
An opportunity to support the causes we champion.
Our causes are education, social housing, grant-giving and the Company’s heritage.
Our charities help nearly 20,000 people a year.
With your support, we can do so much more.
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Learn MoreOur Work:
Helping over 7,500 pupils achieve their potential.
By supporting the SEF, you will help us provide the best possible education for pupils in our family of schools across London and the South East.
The diversity of our schools means we are uniquely placed to share expertise across different sectors and a range of communities. We have a strong belief in the power of education to promote social mobility and address disadvantage. Our funding priorities are teacher recruitment and retainment, as well as providing an inclusive education for all pupils.
Reg. charity no: 1199922
A grant-making charity supporting three core themes
Young People’s Vocational Development – Enabling young people from low-income backgrounds to embark on education, employment or training.
The Relief of Poverty and Hardship – Supporting those experiencing deprivation, we focus on the underlying causes through long-term approaches to ensure social impact.
Arts, Heritage and Communities – Helping local groups conserve and restore landmarks, landscapes, traditions and culture.
Your support of SCF will enable us to increase the amount of grant-funding we provide.
Reg. charity no: 1199923
Providing homes for older people in need
SAC offers sheltered housing for over 90 residents across two sites in Enfield and Hounslow, creating a positive and caring environment with on-site staff providing support when needed.
The charity supports the NHS by providing short-term rehabilitation support before patients move home or into our permanent accommodation.
Your donation to SAC will contribute to vital building maintenance, staff and running costs and extras such as providing well-being activities for our residents.
Reg. charity no: 1127772
Conserving our treasures for future generations to enjoy
Our ancient Company is custodian to an array of historic treasures which we are committed to protect and maintain for years to come. SHF will ensure the future of items such as Skinners’ Hall’s paintings, including the famous ‘Brangwyn murals’, Ketel’s ‘Smythe portraits’ and our charming collection of clocks.
The Skinners' Company
You may wish to give directly to The Skinners’ Company to support the upkeep of the Grade I Listed Hall on Dowgate Hill and costs including sustaining the Livery fellowship. Whilst these donations will not be eligible for Gift Aid, they will be carefully invested and the income will be used to support The Company for centuries to come.
"While on their work experience programme, I developed my communication skills, my problem solving skills and learnt how to talk to other people."
Mahad – Breadwinners
Skinners’ Charity Foundation Beneficiary
Ways to Give:
Call Marina Abel Smith, Head of Development on 0207 2130562 or email donate@skinners.org.uk
Make a one-off donation using credit or debit card, or a recurring direct debit.
We are happy to receive payment by BACS transfer. Email us at donate@skinners.org.uk for bank details.
Cheques can be made out to the charity of your choice:
- Skinners’ Education Foundation
- Skinners’ Charity Foundation
- The Skinners’ Almshouse Charity
- The Skinners’ Company
Please then send to the following address:
Marina Abel Smith,
Skinners’ Hall,
8 Dowgate Hill,
London,
EC4R 2SP
Please visit the CAF website and search for Skinners’ Education Foundation, Skinners’ Charity Foundation or The Skinners’ Almshouse Charity.
Please note that a response from our team will be sent as soon as your gift has been processed.
Tax relief is available to UK taxpayers donating shares and securities listed on the UK stock market, the Alternative Investment Market and recognised stock exchanges overseas. It is also available for units in a UK unit trust and shares in a UK open-ended investment company. You can claim income tax relief equal to the market value of the shares on the day the gift is made, plus any associated costs such as the brokers’ fees.
Gifts of land or property made during a donor’s lifetime attract the same tax incentives as gifts of shares, and other forms of a non-cash gift (such as works of art, books, manuscripts and equipment) which may also be considered as gifts to the Company and its charities.
We recommend getting in touch with us early in the process so that we can work with your financial advisers to help arrange the transaction. Email: donate@skinners.org.uk, early in the process so that we can work with your financial advisers to help arrange the transaction.
Leave a Legacy
If you are considering leaving a legacy to one of The Skinners’ Company causes, thank you. Any gift, large or small, makes a real difference.
Leaving a gift in your will is a very personal decision, and we are here to help. We can put you in touch with legal professionals if required, who can offer expert advice, ensuring peace of mind that your wishes will be followed.
1327 Society
Our 1327 Society is a group for those who have pledged a gift in their will, and a chance for us to acknowledge and thank those who have planned to make a difference in this way. Members receive a beautiful lapel pin of the Cockayne Cup and are invited to an annual event to celebrate their philanthropy.
"I am happy to support the Company via membership of the 1327 Society, to help in the future, with its ongoing charitable endeavours. The grant-making charities and almshouses help those in need, by tackling poverty, providing homes and assisting with education – all worthy causes.’"
Julia Kelynack
1327 Society Member
