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By St. Michael and All Angels Church, Lancing
St. Michael's heating system was condemned: too unsafe & inefficient - it couldn't be used anymore. We need a new boiler to ensure our continued work in the community.
St. Michael's Church is a hub for our community. We hold regular concerts and exhibitions, in addition to Civic events. We have children's groups, including providing hot food for children who desperately need it. This is alongside our regular services, many of which are attended by elderly people. St. Michael's is a lifeline for many, and a cultural centre for the community. Our old heating system was shut down as unsafe. We need a new boiler to be able to continue our events and services to the people of Lancing. The new boiler will cost £3969.74 Without the new boiler, St. Michael's would be unable to host events & concerts in the Winter months - a big loss to this community. We would also put our elderly people in danger due to the cold. We need your help to improve this community building!
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This project will benefit the whole Lancing community. The Church has stood for nearly 100 years, and served this community in a variety of ways. We need to ensure it can stand for another 100 years. With a new boiler we will be able to increase our events & services. We already have concerts from Primary and Secondary schools, local choirs, brass bands and so on. We have had art exhibitions from Primary schools and professional artists. We also provide a quiet space for people to reflect - the church is always open during the week and often used for this reason. By supporting this project we are ensuring Lancing's heritage and the continuing use of an historic building for the community.
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Brilliant news, thanks everyone!
Brilliant news, thanks everyone!
Thank you so much for all your support for our heating project. Due to your support, we were awarded £2812 by West Sussex County Council. All we need is the final £228 to complete the boiler funding, and we have 114 days to achieve this! If every backer gave £3.20 extra then we'd reach our goal. Therefore, if you know of anyone who would be willing to donate a small amount, please forward this on to them. Or, if you would like to add more to your donation, please do click 'Back This Project' again. As a charity, we may be able to claim Gift Aid on your donation. If you’re a UK taxpayer and would like us to collect Gift Aid on your donation, then please email [email protected] with your house number or name, postcode, and confirmation that you are a UK taxpayer and would like St Michael and All Angels Church, Lancing to claim Gift Aid on your pledge/donation. To be eligible you must pay the same amount (or more) UK Income and/or Capital Gains Tax as the total donations you make to all charities in a tax year. Claiming this extra money on top of your pledge will help us to fund further parts of the church heating system (like the pipes that connect into the boiler).
Whoop, 60 people have pledged since fundraising began!
Whoop, 50 people have pledged since fundraising began!
How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £4,216
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Target (inc. fees) £4,216
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