Who is in charge?

The Steering group is made up of folk who want to help. See the Steering Group page for a list of names

Is there a committee?

Yes, see here

What's the best way to contact you?

For general enquiries:- info@tasunshineappeal.co.uk

For information on fundraising:- fundraising@tasunshineappeal.co.uk

For Website enquiries:- webmaster@tasunshineappeal.co.uk

Is the SA a Registered Charity?

No - but this is constantly under review.

Why / Why not?

Following a discussion with the Inland Revenue, the Steering Group has decided not to become a registered Charity due to the amount of money that would be in the accounts at any one time and because money is distributed quickly through donations, there would not be enough to claim much tax relief back. "Gift aid " is really only worthwhile pursuing when you receive a significant donation from an individual or company and therefore not suited for the types of donations the TAMB Sunshine Appeal receives.

Who has access to the funds?

The cheque book requires 2 signatures from the following 3 steering group members - Mick Carr, Robert Cruden or Andy Gray.

Have the Sunshine Appeal approached the SFA or other official organisations for help with funding, marketing etc?

Iain Black and Ruary had an informal discussion with the SFA.
In addition representatives of the SFA attended the last presentation in Denmark.

How is the money allocated to projects?

By discussing ideas via the e-mail group and coming up with a plan and an agreed amount, depending on funds at the time. It would be impossible to embark on a project like the one in Lithuania, every time we travelled abroad. So there may be just a cash donation to a charity or organisation involving children

Is it only at AWAY games, the Sunshine Appeal makes a donation?

At present yes as this was the original concept of the Appeal. Discussions about donating within Scotland have taken place but it is felt it would be impossible to decide which charity or organisation should receive a "home" donation. There are several Tartan Army Clubs which fund raise substantial amounts for their local hospitals and charities and currently the Sunshine Appeal concerns itself with the "away" countries. This is however under regular review and a yearly donation within Scotland is under consideration.

How Can I Help?

By regularly visiting the Tartan Army message board or this website, you will be able to find out what is going on and involve yourself be it by buying merchandise, donating money or goods or any other fund raising activity that is currently in motion. Telling your friends and colleagues about the Sunshine Appeal is a great way to help too. See the thanks page for an indication of the many ways people have contributed.
 

My company donates to charities - is there any "bumf" you can give me to pass on?

Because at this moment we are not an official charity, you may find that your company cannot donate to us, however we can send you a donation request on an official Sunshine Appeal headed letter if this would meet your companies guidelines. Any other information we can pass on, is also available on this website.
 

Can I donate regularly via Standing Order?

Yes, if this is a way in which you would like to contribute.
We would provide you with the details and you would have to take the information to your own bank. You could start and end this arrangement to suit your needs.

How do I send in a donation?

Easy, just write out a cheque made payable to 'TAMB Sunshine Appeal' and send it to:
TAMB Sunshine Appeal
P.O.Box 29401
Cumbernauld
G68 0YR