Tax efficient giving - Debra Ireland

Tax efficient giving

If you are a taxpayer and have donated €250 or more in one calendar year, you can increase the value of your donation(s) by 45% more at no extra cost to you.

By signing on to the tax-relief scheme, your signature today has the power to provide bespoke support directly into homes of people living with EB, while driving research to find life-changing treatments.

With your help, we will also continue to unite for change and advocate for better services and care for everyone living with EB in Ireland.

What is the tax-relief scheme?

If you are a tax payer in Ireland and have given €250 or more to Debra in the course of a tax year, your donation(s) can be worth 45% more at no extra cost to you.

The process is really simple:

  1. Download and complete either the CHY3 or CHY4 form.
  2. Please ensure to write your PPS number, the year of your donation, and your signature.
  3. Send the form by Freepost to us:

Debra,
Butterfly Cottage, 8 Clanwilliam Terrace,
Grand Canal Quay,
FREEPOST F4073,
Dublin 2, D02 R240

You can also email Jayde (Individual Giving Executive) or phone (01) 412 6924 and we’ll post a form to you with a FREEPOST return envelope.

What are your donations worth

What are your donations worth?

  • €250 can be worth €362 and help us fund 16 pairs of baby silk socks.
  • €360 can be worth €521 and help us fund 2 homes visits anywhere in Ireland.
  • €750 can be worth €1086 and help us fund 10 counselling sessions for an adult with EB or play therapy for a child with EB.
  • €1000 can be worth €1440 and help us fund accommodation for 5 nights for a family while their child is in hospital.

€250 can be worth €362 and cover 16 pairs of baby silk socks

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between the CHY3 and CHY4 forms?

CHY3 enduring certificate simply enables Debra to claim tax relief if you donate €250+ in any of the five years covered by the form. It simplifies the tax relief process for both you the donor and us. It’s the most effective method for charities to claim the tax rebate.

CHY4 annual certificate only allows us to claim tax relief for the year in which you made the donation. If you donate to the charity in any following year, you will need to complete the CHY4 form again.

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How much is my tax rebate worth to Debra?

An extra 45% approx. on donations over €250. You can use this calculator to calculate the exact figure for your donation amount.

What if I support more than one charity?
There is no limit to the number of eligible charities that can claim tax relief when you give each of them over €250.
However, what charities are paid by Revenue cannot exceed the total tax you actually paid. If the tax you paid is less than the total being claimed by charities, Revenue will pay them on a first-come, first-served basis.
I do not like revealing my tax details
You are NOT required to provide any details of your income or tax paid. All that’s required is your signature and PPS number, which you can find on most tax/social welfare documents addressed to you.
Debra will retain this number securely and only for the purposes of obtaining tax rebates on your donations.
How does Debra obtain a tax rebate?
After the end of any financial year in which your donations total €250+, Debra will send you the relevant Forms (CHY3/4) to complete unless you already completed one for that period.
We will then claim the rebate. When Revenue are satisfied you paid at least that amount in tax, they will pay us.
Please send the completed form to us, not Revenue.

Other ways you can support us

Leave a gift in your Will

Considering your own legacy is a very personal matter. Of course, you will want to think of your family and loved ones first. But you can also provide enduring support for the causes you believe in. Any gift you choose to leave helps us provide the best care and support, to advocate for everyone with EB in Ireland, and drive and demand research into treatments and a cure.

Support us with a big gift or via corporate fundraising

Our corporate partners play a vital role in helping us be there for everyone with EB in the ways they need. At Debra one of our core values is "Together"; we know we are stronger in partnership.

Philantrophy

Our major donors use their wealth, skills or influence to support our work. Together, we make a huge difference to the lives of everyone with EB. We would be delighted to help you find an area of our work that you're passionate about supporting.

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