Who's who in payroll giving?
If your charity receives donations through payroll giving, it’s likely that you have seen (and been confused by) different parties and abbreviations.
Payroll Giving Agency (PGA)
Payroll Giving Agencies are registered charities and are regulated by HMRC. Payroll giving schemes are set up with Payroll Giving Agencies who process donations and ensure money reaches the causes employees have chosen. CAF is a Payroll Giving Agency.
Professional Fundraising Organisations (PFO)
PFOs are a UK network of experienced fundraisers who work closely with businesses and charities to promote payroll giving in the workplace. These organisations provide optional services that can increase employee participation in payroll giving by promoting its benefits. Prior to working with a PFO, a business needs to have a contract with an HMRC-approved Payroll Giving Agency (such as CAF) who administers the payroll giving scheme on their behalf.