Charities

EVERYDAY CHARITY BANKING

We make it easy to manage your charity’s day-to-day banking transactions in a way that suits you.

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WHAT IS A CAF CASH ACCOUNT?

CAF Cash is a current account for charitable and not-for-profit organisations.

Our range of charity banking services can help your organisation make the most of its money. With our UK-based Customer Service team on hand to help, everyday charity banking is simpler than ever.

WHY BANK WITH CAF BANK?

  • CAF Bank is owned and operated by a charity, whose mission is to help charities thrive.
  • Any profits CAF Bank makes are reinvested into the charity sector.
  • We’re committed to serving you with integrity and professionalism.
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CAF Bank Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.

CAF CASH SERVICES

Our charity current account is geared to make banking easier, with over-the-counter access to pay in cheques through our banking partners, and 24/7 access to online banking.

Online banking

Manage your banking online with our easy to use, dual-authorisation features.

Online banking for charities

Counter access

Pay in cash and cheques at HSBC branches or the counter service at any Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) branch in Scotland. You can also pay in cheques at any Post Office.

Business card

Pay for goods and services or withdraw cash direct from your CAF Cash account, wherever you see the MasterCardⓇ sign.

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OTHER FEATURES

International payments

Make payments to your overseas beneficiaries.

Take card payments

Allow people to pay for your goods and services by card through our partnership with Worldpay.

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Bacs bureau service

An efficient way to make payments from, and collect Direct Debits into your CAF Cash Account.

About the Bacs bureau service

PROTECTING YOUR MONEY

Your eligible deposits with CAF Bank are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

For more information on the scheme, view the FSCS leaflet or visit the FSCS website.

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GET STARTED

Download an application form to start applying for a CAF Cash account or get in touch with us on 03000 123 456 to learn more.

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Before you download the application form, please read the following documents:

COMMON QUESTIONS

  • Does CAF Cash pay any interest?

    Like most current accounts, CAF Cash does not pay interest on your money.

  • Does CAF Cash have any account charges?

    There are fees to use CAF Cash services, including a monthly charge of £5 per account.

    View the CAF Bank tariff of charges

  • Is there a minimum balance required to open a CAF Bank account?

    You can open a CAF bank account with as little as £1,000.

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OUR OTHER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FOR CHARITIES

Our range of products include charity fundraising help and support, bank accounts suited to the challenges of charitable organisations and lending services to help you grow.

Here are some you might be interested in:

Fundraising services

CAF's digital donation platform helps you reach more people, and process their donations quickly and hassle-free.

Meet CAF Donate

60 Day Notice Account

Provided by Shawbrook Bank Limited, it's a great way to get more from your money with just 60 days' notice.

Smart saving for charities

12 Month Fixed Rate Saver

Provided by Shawbrook Bank Limited, get your money working hard while it's locked away.

Make the most of your funds

Loans

If you're buying, developing or refinancing your property - CAF Bank can help make your charity's plans a reality.

More about secured loans

This product is provided by CAF Bank Ltd.

CAF Bank Limited (CBL) is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered office is 25 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JQ. Registered under number 1837656. CBL is a subsidiary of Charities Aid Foundation (registered charity number 268369).