How do you assess someone before they adopt a dog?

ROLDA promote only sociable, healthy dogs via our website and we only agree to an adoption if we feel the person is ready to accept an ex-street dog. We also ensure that the dog they identify is the right temperament for them. After completing a pre-adoption application, all adopters receive a mandatory home check and they all sign an adoption contract. After receiving the dog, adopters remain in good communication with our trustworthy representatives from ROLDA international branches. These representatives often meet our dogs and their new families during various events that we organise.

What is the adoption procedure?

The first step is to complete the online adoption form. If you have any questions, please contact us either by email at rolda@rolda.org.uk or by telephone on 01615317797. Once you have completed the adoption form, our UK coordinator will be in contact. Complete our adoption form!

How much is the adoption fee?

The adoption fee for the UK is 150 GBP which covers vaccination, pet passport, microchipping and registration in the database, as well as a crucial health test before transportation. The adoption fee doesn't include transport costs. Please visit the Adoption page to find out more.

How are animals transported in the UK?

We use a UK company to transport our dogs to the UK. The company A2B Pet Transport is DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) approved. Their vans are heated, ventilated and air-conditioned to ensure the animals travel as comfortably as possible.

What is Gift Aid?

Gift Aid was introduced by the government to allow charities to reclaim the tax that supporters have already paid on their donations. For every £1 donated, the taxman gives us an extra 25p, so our income from your donations increases by an extra quarter. We can only claim on donations made within the last four years. Tax unclaimed before this will be lost forever, so please act now.
More information on Gift Aid can be found here.

Where can I get a Gift Aid declaration form?

Below we have posted Gift Aid declaration forms in both Word and PDF formats for you to download. Please complete one of these forms and return it to the address specified at the bottom of the form. If you require assistance or an alternative format, please call 01615317797.

Gift Aid form - Word document
Gift Aid form - PDF
Gift Aid to fill online

How long does my Gift Aid declaration last for?

Until you tell us to stop. At the moment, and as long as you remain eligible, your declaration lets us reclaim past (up to four years), present and future donations.

Is my donation to ROLDA UK tax deductible?

Yes! If you are a UK tax payer, we are able to claim back via Gift Aid 25p for every £1 you donate. Please click here to find out more info! Please click here to find out more info!

Why 25p per £1?

It's linked to the current basic rate of income tax (which is currently 20 per cent). As a basic rate taxpayer, for every £1.25 you earn, you will pay 25p to the taxman and receive £1 in your pocket. It is this 25p we claim.

What if I'm a pensioner?

We can still claim the full 25 per cent on your donations, providing you pay at least as much tax as we will be reclaiming in the year in which you made your gifts. As a pensioner, for example, you may still pay tax on a private pension scheme or a savings account, or pay Capital Gains Tax if you sell property or shares.

Is there a minimum or maximum amount I must give?

No! There’s no lower and upper limit, however, we do recommend at least £5 gross per month.

How do I access ROLDA Financial Report?

Transparency is important for us because this is, in our view, the minimal form of respect that a charity should show to its supporters. Please visit one of these pages to get instant access to ROLDA financial reports:

Financial page for ROLDA UK
Financial page for ROLDA Romania

When do my donations start?

Your first Payroll Giving donation will be made on your next payday unless you sign up just after your company’s payroll has been produced, in which case your first donation will be deducted on the following payday.

How do I know that ROLDA UK have received my donation?

When donations start being taken from your salary they will appear on your payslip.

Can I change how much I am donating if I want to?

Yes, you can change how much you want to donate at any time. To change your donation amount, please contact your company’s payroll department.

When I leave my job, what happens to my Payroll Giving donation?

Your Payroll Giving donation will stop. If you work for another employer, contact the payroll department at your new workplace and tell them that you would like to make charitable donations via Payroll Giving.
If you are retiring you might like to think about Payroll Giving from your pension. If you have a personal pension, ask your pension provider if they have a Payroll Giving Scheme and tell them you would like to join.

Can I Gift Aid my Payroll Giving donation?

No. It is a different system. If you give by Direct Debit you can Gift Aid it. With Payroll Giving, there is no need. Your donation is taken from pre-tax pay. The tax element is automatically taken care of.
Payroll Giving is particularly effective if you are a 40% or 45% taxpayer. It ensures we receive all the tax relating to your donation.

How does the tax relief work?

Your Payroll Giving donation is made up of two parts: your salary donation plus the tax you would have paid on that part of your salary had you not made a donation. For example, if you are a basic rate, 20%, taxpayer, to donate £10, only £8.00 would be deducted from your salary. £2.00 is the tax you would have paid on the £10, and that is paid to the charity.
The tax effect means that, for the same net cost to you, ROLDA UK receives even more from higher rate taxpayers.
This tax element is paid directly to the charity. The charity does not have to claim it. It is, therefore, a very cost-effective way for us to receive donations.

Can I give to more than one charity?

Of course! You can donate to as many UK-registered charities as you want to.

Can I stop giving when I want?

Yes, all you would need to do is notify your payroll department.

What should I do if my employer doesn’t currently have a Payroll Giving scheme?

That’s not a problem, fill out the form anyway and we can check for you. We’re also very happy to recommend an HMRC verified Payroll Giving Agents (PGA)

How can I support ROLDA UK

Like all other charities, ROLDA survives because of its generous supporters. You can make a one-time donation for a specific project, or goal or for general purposes. Or you can choose to make a monthly gift and sponsor one of our dogs. You can help us plan the future of ROLDA carefully and join our Legacy Society Or you can volunteer your skills to our charity. Or you can visit us and meet all our dogs. And the best gift of all, you can adopt a dog. Click here to visit the Dogs Website where you can sponsor or adopt our best dogs!

I’m not able to donate right now, how else can I help?

There is a variety of ways to help our charity from the UK. If you can’t support us financially, you can still be an important member of our rescue team. You can become an active volunteer for any of the ROLDA branches spread on 3 continents, in the following countries: USA, Australia, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK. Please see our volunteer page: you can come to Romania to volunteer in our shelters or you can be a virtual volunteer and help from behind of your computer, sharing our articles on social networks or on your blog.

You can leave ROLDA a gift in your will learn more.

Or you have experience with dogs, you can help us foster a dog.

You can donate your old car to support ROLDA UK here.
You can save dogs in need while shopping on:
AmazonSmile
EveryClick
EasyFundraising

And these are just some ideas ...Get in touch with our team to decide the best way in which you can help us: gemma@rolda.org.uk (Gemma)