Frequently asked questions

What is Giving Day?

Giving Day is a 36-hour fundraising challenge (and celebration) for the whole BGS Community, including Old Bradfordians, parents, and friends worldwide. It invites everyone to give what they can online through this dedicated platform.

Our goal is to raise enough money to fund an Assisted Place through senior school and sixth form, giving one deserving student the opportunity of a BGS education.

Pupils and staff are organizing a packed afternoon of activities and challenges, which we will share on our BGS Giving Day website and through social media.

With thousands of pounds to unlock in matched and challenge funding, it’s a day like no other, and your gift will go even further than usual. It will be a transformational day of giving, and it’s all about what we can achieve together.

This year’s Giving Day will begin at 9am on 27th March 2025.


Why is a Giving Day different from any other day?

Gifts made during this period will go even further than usual. Thanks to a very generous friend of BGS, some donations will be matched pound for pound. There are also special donor challenges that will unlock additional funds once we achieve particular goals. Check the Challenges page to see if your gift is eligible to unlock further funding and help us raise even more than last time.

NB: For tax purposes, donors who participate in the giving challenges will be credited for their individual contribution only.


What difference will my donation make?

Your gift will help change lives for bright and able children from all backgrounds who deserve a chance to shine at BGS.

All gifts, of every size, will make a real difference. With thousands to unlock in matched and challenge funds, gifts go even further than usual. Having a large number of donors encourages others to support us too, so we would love as many members of our community to participate in Giving Day as possible.


Where will the funds go?

Every penny raised goes directly to support children through means-tested bursaries at BGS. 

Whatever size of gift you feel comfortable with, it’s your participation that matters most.


How can I make my gift?

We’d love you to join in on 27th March 2025, but we understand your schedule might not allow you to participate during Giving Day itself.

During Giving Day (27th March 2025)

  • Online: Through our Giving Day platform or via Apple Pay.
  • By phone: Call 01274 553741.
  • By post: Cheques made out to "The 1662 Fund" can be sent to:
    The Finance Department,
    Bradford Grammar School,
    Keighley Road,
    Bradford, BD9 4JP.
    (Please write ‘Giving Day’ on the back of the cheque.)

Before Giving Day

If you’d like to make an early gift:
- Use the ‘Give Early’ option on the platform.
- Alternatively, send your gift by post (see above) and indicate it is for Giving Day.


Is my payment secure?

Yes. All payments through our Giving Day website will be securely processed by Stripe. For more information, visit www.stripe.com/gb/privacy.


Why is my payment not going through?

We’re sorry you’re having difficulty making your gift. Common issues include:
- Incorrect card details.
- Postcode/zipcode doesn’t match the address linked to your card.

Please double-check these details before contacting us. If the issue persists, email us at development@bradfordgrammar.com or call 01274 553741.


I set up a recurring payment—what will show in the totaliser?

The total of your direct debit payments for the selected duration will show up in the total raised on the website.


Is there a minimum donation?

The minimum online gift amount is £1.


Can I claim Gift Aid on this donation?

Yes! If you are a UK taxpayer and have paid as much Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax as the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all your donations in that tax year, BGS can reclaim the basic tax rate (25%) on your gift, with no extra cost to you.
For example, your donation of £100 will be worth £125.


Can I donate tax-efficiently?

  • Gifts from the USA: Tax-deductible contributions can be made via the British Schools and Universities Foundation (www.bsuf.org), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. If you make your gift via the BGS Giving Day platform and select ‘Donate in USD,’ you will be directed to our US donation form.
  • Gifts from European taxpayers: If you are a European resident, you may be able to maximize your gift through Transnational Giving Europe (TGE). To make a tax-effective gift in support of Giving Day, consider giving early and letting us know.

How can I help spread the word?

Your support will make a huge difference to Bradford Grammar School’s Giving Day 2025. Post about Giving Day using the hashtag #BeTheOne on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram—and don’t forget to tag us!

Make sure to tell your friends about this exciting day to get involved and make a difference.


My question hasn’t been answered. How can I get in touch?

Feel free to email us at development@bradfordgrammar.com or call 01274 553741.