Why Payroll Giving Matters – and How You Can Get Involved

Payroll Giving is a powerful way to support charity organisations like the Sumatran Orangutan Society (SOS) and help protect Sumatra’s rainforests and the incredible wildlife that calls them home, including the Sumatran orangutan.

What is Payroll Giving?

Payroll Giving is a simple, tax-efficient way to donate to charity directly from your salary. Your donation is taken from your gross pay before tax, meaning it costs you less while your chosen charity receives more. For example, if you’re a basic rate taxpayer, a £10 donation only costs you £8!

Why is it important?

Regular donations through Payroll Giving provide charities like SOS with a steady, predictable income, allowing us to plan conservation initiatives, fund research, and support frontline partners restoring rainforest habitats. By signing up, you are directly contributing to the long-term protection of orangutans and their forest home.

Benefits of giving for employers and employees

For employees: It’s an easy, tax-efficient way to give back to causes you care about, reducing your taxable income while making a real impact.
For employers: Offering Payroll Giving boosts employee engagement and demonstrates a commitment to corporate social responsibility. Studies show that charitable giving contributes to improved mental well-being and job satisfaction.

How to set up Payroll Giving

If your company already offers Payroll Giving, it’s worth reminding employees of this opportunity. If your workplace doesn’t yet have a scheme, consider introducing one today.

Employers need to sign up with a Payroll Giving Agency, which ensures donations reach their intended charities securely. There are no setup costs, and while some agencies charge a small fee, many employers choose to cover this so that employees’ full donations go to their chosen causes.

You can find a list of HMRC-approved Payroll Giving agencies here: HMRC-approved Payroll Giving agencies.

Make a difference with SOS through Payroll Giving

If you’re passionate about protecting wildlife and forests, Payroll Giving is one of the most effective ways to support SOS. Your monthly donation will help us plant trees, restore ecosystems, and safeguard orangutans for generations to come.

Encourage your employer to set up a Payroll Giving scheme or, if one is already in place, make sure your colleagues know how easy it is to get involved.

Join us in making a lasting impact. Together, we can rewild Sumatra, one paycheck at a time!