Support Dunk’s Educational Foundation

Dunk’s Educational Foundation (DEF) is a not-for-profit charity. In the main, Dunk’s grants for young people are funded by income from hiring out the hall (the former schoolroom) and private donations.

The Trustees would like to raise additional funds and thus be in a position to fund additional educational grants, widening the scope of what they can do for local young people. You can support us in this endeavour in a variety of ways.

• Make a donation
• Become a Friend of Dunk’s Educational Foundation
• Leave a lasting legacy

Any donation of any amount is welcome. It all adds to the pot for educational grants. The greater our funds, the more we can help.

We are often asked how we help, this can range from …

• Grants to assist with uniforms
• Grants to assist with travel
• Grants for educational tools and equipment
• Funding classroom trips
• In fact – we receive all sorts of requests, each one is considered on its merits before a decision is made

Make a Donation

One easy way to make a donation is by going to Dunk’s GoFundMe page that allows you to make a donation (anonymously if preferred). It also allows for Gift Aid to be applied, automatically increasing the amount donated.

Alternatively, you can donate money by making a Bank Transfer:

Dunk’s Educational Foundation (Registered Charity no 1204336)
Barclays Bank – Sort code 20-02-62 – Account no 30077712

Or you can drop by our offices where a friendly face will be available to assist you:

The Trustees’ Office
Dunk’s
Rye Road
Hawkhurst TN18 4HF
Tel: 01580 388973

We are in the centre of Hawkhurst, opposite Waitrose. The office is generally open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.

Become a Friend of Dunk’s Educational Foundation

Many prefer to make a regular donation by means of a Standing Order. If this is your preference then you can do so via your bank.

The information you need is:

Dunk’s Educational Foundation (Registered Charity no 1204336)
Barclays Bank – Sort code 20-02-62 – Account no 30077712

Or drop by our offices where our Clerk will be happy to assist. Remember, you are always in control. You can start, stop, modify amounts etc. at any time.

Leave a Lasting Legacy by Leaving a Gift in Your Will

Leaving a legacy is a wonderful way to leave a mark on the world that reflects your values and the people and places you care about. Through your generosity Dunk’s Educational Foundation (DEF) can continue to play its role in supporting educational needs for local young people.

If you wish to include a gift to DEF in your will, all you need is the following information:

Dunk’s Educational Foundation ( Registered Charity no 1204336)
Rye Road, Hawkhurst TN18 4HF, Tel: 01580 388973

The primary types of giving are…

• A Residuary Gift

This is a gift of a percentage or part of your estate (e.g. 5%), once all other commitments have been settled.

• A Pecuniary Gift

This is a gift of a specific sum of money (e.g. £5,000)

* As we are a charity, donations bequeathed may be exempt from inheritance tax.

* A gift in your will may reduce the rate of inheritance tax on your estate.

* It is advised to seek appropriate representation when considering gifting via a will. DEF can advise on the steps to take but are not able to apply changes for you.