How a Charity Saved Over £2M in VAT with S3TAX – And How You Can Too

VAT relief charities

Are you sure your charity is benefiting from all available VAT reliefs? Many charities are unaware that they could be paying unnecessary VAT on certain goods and services.

At S3TAX, we have the knowledge and expertise to ensure you are not paying VAT where it is not due. We specialise in helping charities identify and claim VAT reliefs.

We’ve had significant success in securing VAT savings for our clients following a review of their expenditure and identifying additional VAT reliefs available to them. Recently, we helped an S3TAX housing association client secure over £2 million in VAT refunds by reviewing their expenditure and identifying reliefs they didn’t know existed. Could your charity be missing out on similar savings?

Maximising VAT Savings for Charities

The VAT system can be complex, especially for charities. While some goods and services are zero-rated or reduced-rated for VAT when purchased by charities, these reliefs are often overlooked—either by the charity or the supplier.

This is where S3TAX steps in. Our expert VAT consultants have a proven track record of identifying missed VAT relief opportunities and securing significant refunds.

Our Proven Charity VAT Relief Review Process

At S3TAX, we take a comprehensive approach to ensure no VAT reliefs are missed. Here’s how we do it:

  1. Understanding Your Charity’s Activities: We begin by analysing your charity’s operations to identify where irrecoverable VAT may have been unnecessarily paid.
  2. Detailed Expenditure Review: We meticulously examine your charity’s expenditure, focusing on supplier invoices and agreements that might qualify for VAT relief. Our deep understanding of charity finance systems and supplier relationships allows us to spot opportunities others may miss.
  3. Working with Suppliers & HMRC: Once we’ve identified qualifying expenditure, we handle all communication with your suppliers. We request VAT credit notes and assist them with any claims they need to make to HMRC. We’re with you every step of the way until the refund is safely in your charity’s account.
  4. Long-Term VAT Savings: Beyond securing refunds, we ensure that suppliers apply VAT reliefs correctly going forward, meaning your charity continues to save money year after year!

Why Choose S3TAX for VAT Relief Reviews?

As third-sector VAT specialists, we bring unparalleled knowledge, experience, and industry connections to the table. Our strong relationships with charity suppliers and HMRC mean we can expedite the process and maximise the benefits for your charity. We understand the unique challenges charities face and are committed to ensuring that you never pay more VAT than necessary.

Ready to Start Saving?

Don’t let your charity miss out on valuable VAT reliefs. Whether you’ve been overpaying for years or are just starting to explore VAT savings, our team at S3TAX is here to help.

Contact us today to schedule a VAT relief consultation and discover how much your charity could be saving.

Contact the team
Ian Brown

Ian Brown – Director, VAT