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About us
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We arrange access to basic banking services for islanders who can't open a bank account and we offer financial management education to those who need it.
Our vision is that no-one in the Bailiwick of Guernsey will be financially excluded from being part of their community.

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Problems getting a bank account?

Perhaps the bank has closed your account, or you have a poor credit history, or you don’t have the documentation you need to open a regular bank account…

Or perhaps you know someone who would benefit from our service – a friend or family member, a colleague or one of your service users…

Here's how we can help

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Interested in helping people who are financially excluded?

We are always on the lookout for volunteers to support our work. If you have experience in financial services, fundraising and events or social media, please email us on information@gcs.gg

Thanks to support from Guernsey’s main banks, our day-to-day operations are now largely covered. But to truly make an impact we still rely on donations and fundraising to expand our outreach, raise awareness and connect with the people who need us most.

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Changing lives for the better

Without a bank account, Susan’s benefits were being received and managed by a relative due to Susan's physical disabilities and poor mobility. Susan felt out of control of her own finances and not able to save. After a few months of managing her own money with us she was able to buy a second-hand electric wheelchair.
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Susan
Mike had lost his bank account after going to prison. The traumatic experience had left him anxious and introverted. We were able to meet with Mike and a support worker, in a comfortable setting and open an account remotely, avoiding the stressful trip to our office. He has now found a job he enjoys, has a new relationship and is coming out of his shell.
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Mike
Annie wanted to find a job but every time she was asked if she had a bank account and when she said she hadn’t, the job offer was taken off the table. With a GCS account, Annie is now in employment and her salary is coming straight to her account, with clear benefits for her physical and mental health.
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Annie
Through a long life of addiction, Marco had lost all access to mainstream banking. He was sofa surfing and receiving his benefit by vouchers converted to cash, which he spent too quickly. We opened an account and spent weekly sessions with Marco helping him to budget and Marco now has a roof over his head.
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Marco
19692- CHING HUANG CHINESE GALA DINNER A4 INVITE JULY 2025 Red (2)

It’s the Year of the Snake - a time for fresh starts, stronger connections and a renewed focus on wellbeing.  

Celebrate with us on 18 October at China Red with a fabulous gala dinner, hosted by celebrity chef Ching-He Huang! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of delicious food and great company – all while raising funds to give a fresh start to islanders who’ve been financially excluded.  Check out which tables are available here. Then book your place by emailing events@gcs.gg And to get a taste of what you can expect, see the video below from our gala dinner in 2023!

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