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Gift Aid It!Add 25% more to your donation at no cost to you. A Gift Aid declaration allows The Js Charity to claim tax back on eligible donations. It means that for every £1 you donate to The Js Charity we can claim back 25p, at no extra cost to you.

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By ticking the "Yes" box, I agree I would like The Js Charity to reclaim the tax on all qualifying donations I have made, as well as any future donations, until I notify them otherwise. I understand that if I pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations in that tax year I may be asked to pay any difference. I understand that The Js Charity will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 that I give.

What is Gift Aid?

Gift Aid does not cost you a penny more, but can add an additional 25p to every £1 you donate. When The Js Charity receives a donation from a UK taxpayer, we're entitled to claim an amount of tax (calculated at the basic rate of income tax in that year) paid on that donation. Once you have given your permission for us to do this on your behalf, there is no need for you to do anything else.

All that is required is that you must be a taxpayer and that would have paid or will pay sufficient Income and/or Capital Gains Tax to cover all the Gift Aid claimed on all your donations in that tax year. Please note that it is your responsibility to pay any difference.

The amount of tax we claim will be 25% of the total value of your donations in that tax year. Furthermore, if you are a higher taxpayer, you are also entitled to claim the difference between the basic rate which we will claim and the amount of tax you have actually paid. For further details on how you can do this, please contact your tax office. If your tax situation changes and your gifts will no longer be eligible for the Gift Aid scheme please contact us and we will amend your record accordingly.

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Reclaim Gift Aid

Gift Aid It!Add 25% more to your donation at no cost to you. A Gift Aid declaration allows The Js Charity to claim tax back on eligible donations. It means that for every £1 you donate to The Js Charity we can claim back 25p, at no extra cost to you.

Tell me more »

By ticking the "Yes" box, I agree I would like The Js Charity to reclaim the tax on all qualifying donations I have made, as well as any future donations, until I notify them otherwise. I understand that if I pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations in that tax year I may be asked to pay any difference. I understand that The Js Charity will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 that I give.

What is Gift Aid?

Gift Aid does not cost you a penny more, but can add an additional 25p to every £1 you donate. When The Js Charity receives a donation from a UK taxpayer, we're entitled to claim an amount of tax (calculated at the basic rate of income tax in that year) paid on that donation. Once you have given your permission for us to do this on your behalf, there is no need for you to do anything else.

All that is required is that you must be a taxpayer and that would have paid or will pay sufficient Income and/or Capital Gains Tax to cover all the Gift Aid claimed on all your donations in that tax year. Please note that it is your responsibility to pay any difference.

The amount of tax we claim will be 25% of the total value of your donations in that tax year. Furthermore, if you are a higher taxpayer, you are also entitled to claim the difference between the basic rate which we will claim and the amount of tax you have actually paid. For further details on how you can do this, please contact your tax office. If your tax situation changes and your gifts will no longer be eligible for the Gift Aid scheme please contact us and we will amend your record accordingly.

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About Us

At The Js Charity, we exist to make life brighter for young adults in Essex who are living with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions. Through free, inclusive events, we offer opportunities to connect, create, laugh, and simply be themselves—all in a safe and understanding environment.
About Us

Our Beginning

The Js Charity was founded in response to a growing need. In April 2023, our trustees carried out a study with potential service users to better understand the gaps in support across Essex. What we heard was clear: many young people felt isolated, overlooked, and disconnected once they reached adulthood.

These young adults told us they didn’t just want services—they wanted community. Somewhere to belong. Somewhere to have fun, share stories, and meet others facing similar challenges.

So, we built something just for them.

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THE WHY

Why It Matters

More young people than ever are living into adulthood with serious and complex medical conditions — and that should be celebrated. But with that progress comes the responsibility to ensure they’re not left behind.

According to the Making Every Young Adult Count study (University of York & University of Leeds, 2021), the number of young adults aged 14–25 with life-limiting conditions in England rose by 40% in under a decade — from 27,316 in 2009/10 to 38,261 in 2017/18. This includes those diagnosed in both childhood and young adulthood.

Despite the growing numbers, age-appropriate support is still lacking — especially when it comes to the social side of life: friendship, fun, and peer connection.

That’s exactly why The Js Charity exists — to meet this need in Essex with services that are inclusive, developmentally appropriate, and built around real lives.

“Sarah and I always receive such a warm welcome at The Js. It’s a space where everyone’s included, supported, and free to be themselves. Sarah loves helping out, joining in with music and movement, and greeting others as they arrive.For me, it’s a joy to see her happy and independent again. The Js Days have filled a gap that so many other services left behind."

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Our Volunteers

The Js Charity is ran by a committed Board of Trustees. Together, they ensure our work stays true to our mission — providing safe, inclusive and age-appropriate support for young adults with life-limiting conditions.

Our trustees oversee the charity’s strategy, finances, and compliance, offering vital guidance as we grow our impact across Essex and beyond.

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Help us create moments of joy, friendship, and support for young adults living with life-limiting conditions.

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The Js Charity delivers free, inclusive events for young adults in Essex with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions—bringing fun, friendship, and support to every session.

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