How to Help
Donate
The total cost of the restoration is projected to be in the region of £150,000, reflecting the highly skilled and labour intensive nature of organ conservation. Every contribution, whether large or small, brings the project closer to completion and directly supports the continued life of the instrument.
Ways to Give
Donate online via our secure giving page, as a one‑off gift or a regular monthly contribution.
Give by cheque or cash. Download and complete the donation form here and either return a hard copy to the Parish Office or email it to organappeal@horshamstmarys.org.uk
Sponsor a pipe or stop, receiving a personalised certificate and an entry in the Organ Fund book of thanks.
Give in memory or celebration, marking a special person, anniversary or event with a lasting musical tribute.
Gift Aid your donation, if you are a UK taxpayer, you can boost your donation by 25p for every £1 you donate at no additional cost to you. In order to Gift Aid your donation, please select the box on the donation form.
Legacies and larger gifts can be directed specifically towards the Organ Fund, helping to transform the scope and timetable of the project.
Attend Events
A programme of concerts, organ recitals and special services will run throughout the appeal, featuring local musicians and invited guests. These events will showcase the organ in its current state and, in time, celebrate its restored brilliance.
Schools, choirs, ensembles and community groups are warmly invited to collaborate on events that both support the fund and enrich Horsham’s cultural calendar.
Volunteer and Spread the Word
Help with event organisation, publicity or front of house at concerts.
Distribute posters, flyers and digital content to friends, neighbours and local businesses.
Share the story of the Willis organ and its restoration on social media and within community networks.
By giving time, energy and visibility to the appeal, supporters can multiply the impact of every pound raised.