🇬🇧Can UK companies deduct donations to an Italian charity?

🇬🇧 Can UK companies deduct donations to an Italian association?

Supporting international causes is a commendable aspect of corporate social responsibility. However, British companies must comply with specific tax rules when deciding to donate to foreign entities like Sotto la Panca in Italy.

❌ Direct donations: not tax-deductible

Under current UK tax law, donations to entities not registered with the UK Charity Commission are not eligible for tax relief.

This means that a direct donation to Sotto la Panca does not entitle the donor to Corporation Tax deductions.

✅ Sponsorships: a tax-efficient alternative

If your company receives a concrete benefit from the donation — for example, brand visibility or promotional opportunities — the payment can be classified as a sponsorship expense.

Sponsorships are generally deductible as they are considered business expenses.

Examples of deductible sponsorships:

• Inclusion of the company logo on the sanctuary's website or promotional materials
• Mention of the company in newsletters or social media posts
• Collaborations in events or campaigns that highlight corporate values

According to HMRC guidelines, to be deductible, the sponsorship must be "wholly and exclusively" for commercial purposes.

🤝 Our sponsorship program: visibility and tax benefits

Sotto la Panca offers UK companies a sponsorship program that includes:

• Inclusion of the company logo on our website and promotional materials
• Mentions in our newsletters and official social media channels
• Collaborations for events or campaigns that promote shared values

These elements offer concrete benefits to your company and allow you to classify the contribution as a deductible marketing expense, in accordance with HMRC guidelines.

👉 https://santuariosottolapanca.org/collections/sponsorizzazione-aziendale