Donating to Faversham Almshouses

 Almshouses have been around for over 1,000 years and represent the oldest form of low-cost community housing for local people in need in the UK.  
 

Why your Support Matters


While Almshouses carry great historical significance, they also come with the challenges of maintenance and repair. Repairing the main roof and the tiled walkways are just some of the challenges for which the Charity requires funding.

Your generous gift will enable us to continue that legacy, supporting our vibrant community, ensuring residents have a secure and dignified place to call home.


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Every donation, no matter the size, helps us to continue to provide affordable housing for those most in need living in the town of Faversham.

Thank you for your generosity in supporting our important work.

JustGiving
Donations can be made directly through JustGiving www.justgiving.com/campaign/faversham-almshouses;

Cheque or BACS
We are happy to accept cheques payable to ‘Faversham Municipal Charities 2010’ or if you wish to donate by a BACS payment please email the Clerk to the Trustees

Gift Aid
If you’re a UK tax payer, Gift Aid increases the value of your donations to the Charity and allows us to reclaim basic rate tax on your gift, giving us an additional 25% from the government. If you pay higher rate tax you can claim extra relief on your donations. If you claim higher Personal Allowances or tax credits, Gift Aid donations can sometimes increase your entitlement.

By simply ticking the Gift Aid box when you donate online, or by filling in a Gift Aid (add link to Gift Aid Form) form when you send us a cheque, we will receive an extra 25%, at no expense to you or us.


The Faversham Almshouses
& Faversham Municipal Charities

Faversham Almshouses, in South Road, consists of 69 units, most of them in the splendid 1863 building, one of the largest and finest schemes of its kind in the UK. 
Find out more about the history of the Faversham Almshouses

What our Almshouses offer

The Faversham Almshouses, administered by Faversham Municipal Charities, have existed at their present-day site in South Road since 1863, although their origins date back much farther to 1614.

Today, the Almshouses consist of 69 units, most of them in the splendid 1863 building, the largest, and arguably the finest, scheme of its kind in Kent. The site has studio and one-bedroom and two-bedroom units. They provide affordable housing for those in need and the opportunity to live independent lives.

We actively encourage the independence of our residents, but have Scheme Managers who conduct a regular well-being check and provide advice on sources of additional support. We do not provide personal care or nursing care, meals, transport or help with cleaning. All our flats are connected to a control centre for emergencies including out of hours.

The Almshouses are situated in beautiful landscaped grounds, which has plenty of outdoor seating for residents to use. Our Community Room is where residents meet for regular and one-off events such as coffee morning and special celebrations. There is a regular monthly service in the Chapel and occasional concerts. All residents have access to our onsite laundry facilities, with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Applicants must have lived in the town of Faversham continuously for at least 5 years immediately preceding application. 
This does not include outlying villages eg. Oare and Graveney. 


For further information on the criteria and how to apply for Almshouse accommodation, please contact us.