Fundraising

Supporting the future of the school through the SHSB Charitable Trust.

SHSB Charitable Trust

Securing the long-term future of SHSB

The SHSB Charitable Trust exists to help secure the long-term future of Southend High School for Boys. Established as an independent registered charity, the Trust brings together parents, alumni, staff, local businesses and friends of the school to provide vital financial support that goes beyond government funding.

More than 130 years of SHSB

Preserving and enhancing a proud tradition

For more than 130 years, SHSB has built a reputation for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and exceptional opportunities beyond the classroom. The Trust helps preserve and enhance this tradition by funding projects, resources and initiatives that enrich students' educational experience while safeguarding the school's independence for future generations.

Our focus

Four key priorities

The Trust's work is focused on four key priorities:

Educational excellence

Supporting educational excellence through investment in facilities, resources and enrichment opportunities.

Strong partnerships

Building strong partnerships with alumni, families, businesses and the wider community.

Fundraising events

Organising fundraising events and campaigns that engage supporters and celebrate the SHSB community.

Long-term sustainability

Creating sustainable long-term income to help protect the school's distinctive ethos and continued success.

Donate here

Make a donation to the SHSB Charitable Trust and help secure the school's future.

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Payroll giving example

The tax-efficient way to give

Please find below an example relating to payroll giving relating to a donation of £20.

20% Taxpayer

£16

Costs you

£20

Charity receives

A £20 donation will cost you £16 because the tax relief of 20% (or £4) is effectively covered by the tax you would have paid on that amount.

40% Taxpayer

£12

Costs you

£20

Charity receives

A £20 donation will cost you £12 as the tax relief of 40% (or £8) is effectively covered by the tax you would have paid on that amount.

Please speak with your employer if you want to support our charity in this way to see if they have a payroll giving scheme in place - some even match your donation! You will need to share the name of the charity (Southend High School for Boys Charitable Trust) and the registered charity number (1211479).

Support the Trust

We are deeply grateful to the parents and supporters who already contribute to our work. We are always grateful for more donations! Please click here to donate.

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