This page is designed to give you quick access to any information you might need
Useful Links
COVID-19 – Financial Sustainability during Coronavirus
Governance
- What every PCC member needs to know about Church Finances
- PCC Accountability – The Charities Act 2011 and the PCC
- Parish Dashboard (Mission & Financial data)
- Independent Examination
Managing Parish Finances
- Introductory Guide for New Church Treasurers
- Parish Buying Scheme
- Parish Giving Scheme
- Parochial Fees
- Gift Aid
- National Charitable Grants
- Parishes in Vacancy
- Parish Finance Audit
- Parish Share Pledges 2020
Parish Accounts – Copies of the annual report and accounts are to be sent to the secretary of the diocesan board of finance for retention following their approval. They can be emailed to Diocesan.Office@durham.anglican.org or posted to Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham, DH1 3RY. Templates for preparing parish accounts are available below.
- The Annual Report
- Parish Accounts – Receipts & Payments template (excel)
- Example Independent Examiner Report
- Annual Returns
Treasurer Forum – In association with ACAT we have hosted a series of training sessions to support those who use their gifts of administration to turn God-given vision into reality. Please get in touch if you would find a particular subject helpful.
Giving and Generosity
- Standing Order Template
- Gift-Aid Declaration Template
- Generous Giving Project
- Parish Giving Scheme
- Guide for Churches on the Code of Fundraising Practice
Legacy Gifts, Grants and Digital Giving Work shop – The National Legacy & Funding Officer, Eleanor Stead, recently gave a presentation to parishes in the Diocese about encouraging legacy giving, applying for grants and digital giving. Copies of the presentation are available below:
Who can I contact for help and guidance?