PLEDGE TO SUPPORT OUR FUND OF LAST RESORT
Progress of the Local Plan has finally reached the stage where TWBC needs to incorporate Main Modifications as required by the Inspector, which include the requirement for an early review to address the housing shortfall. This review shall commence within six months of the Plan’s adoption including a new call for sites and the possible return to some of the controversial Green Belt areas previously ruled out such as Tudeley Garden Village. This is where battles will again need to be fought, continuing our efforts to protect the parish of Capel from being overrun by unwanted and unnecessary development. It will require the dedication of the SaveCapel Executive to orchestrate responses based on forensic examination of new documents and evidence along with attendance at public hearings. Additionally we will need to engage the services of legal and technical professionals to support and hone our efforts which unfortunately comes at a high cost. However we wish to point out that so far monies have been used prudently for the best results and our advisors have generously contributed to our efforts with their time and fees.
For us to gauge the possible size of our financial “war chest” going forward, we are looking to all supporters, who feel they can, to pledge donations. In simple terms this is a way for supporters to pledge financial support in an equitable way but only if and when the campaign really needs it.
The scheme applies to those who wish to pledge any amount of £500 or more, is managed by the Save Capel Executive in accordance with our Privacy Policy, and operates as follows:-
- You advise Save Capel, in confidence, the amount you would like to pledge by completing this form. Pledges will expire on 31st December of the appropriate year.
- To secure a pledge, an immediate contribution of 20% of the sum pledged should be paid as a donation (see below) and this will be deducted from your pledge balance. Funds are needed now, and we can only commit to paying for our obligations, under charity rules, from funds received.
- At this stage no further money is physically transferred but all the pledges will be recorded, in confidence, in the Save Capel funding plan.
- If/when the time comes that we need additional funding beyond that raised more conventionally, the same percentage of each pledge from all participants of the scheme will be requested. A two-week notice period would be given in writing indicating the amount being requested. Donations made will be deducted from your pledge balance.
- If exceptional circumstances arise which jeopardise your commitment to this scheme, we respectfully request you to advise Save Capel at the earliest convenience.
The system is set up with the utmost discretion and confidentiality.
Donations and Gift Aid
All donations are made to Capel Greenbelt Protection Society (CGPS) who manage the funds on our behalf and can be made by banking app or debit/credit card.
If you are an individual taxpayer you can add gift aid on both payment methods which adds 25% to our funds. This applies when all donations are received (not pledges). In addition, you can also claim tax relief on the sum donated. For example, if you are a higher rate taxpayer the net cost to you for a £1,000 donation is £750 and Save Capel gets £1,250. If you have any questions please contact your financial advisor or email us at fundraisingandevents@savecapel.com.
The Save Capel Executive truly value the support from the community which has kept us motivated to continue the fight against this grotesque plan. This last but vital stage of the Local Plan approval process must be challenged vigorously. We trust you will support this initiative – it is “now or never” time and should you have any questions or concerns please contact the Save Capel Executive at savecapel@gmail.com.
MAKE YOUR PLEDGE NOW
Once completed, secure your pledge by donating 20% of your pledge amount online, using the buttons below or by returning a cheque along with your printed form to the address above. Cheques to be made payable to Capel Greenbelt Protection Society. If paying by cheque please request a Gift Aid form.
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