Important Notice

On 8th May 2025 the Bank of England reduced the Bank Base Rate from 4.50% to 4.25%, a reduction of 0.25%. Because of this, from June 1st, all variable savings rates with the Society will reduce by between 0.25% and 0.35%. Additionally, all variable mortgage rates for standard residential and buy to let mortgages will reduce by 0.25% from July 1st

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Community Savings Supporting Staffordshire

Savers looking to make a real difference will find purpose in our Affinity Savings Accounts. These accounts allow you to earn interest while helping to fund important local causes through annual donations made by The Stafford Building Society.

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Community Support Savings Accounts Explained

Our Affinity Savings Accounts are designed for individuals who want their savings to reflect their values. Alongside earning interest, your account enables you to support a specific charity or community group, with an annual donation made by us based on the balance held in that account.

With instant access to your funds and the assurance of knowing your savings are contributing to causes you care about, these accounts combine socially responsible principles with practical benefits — a clear choice for those looking for savings with a conscious in Staffordshire and across the UK.

Why Choose The Stafford Building Society for Your Savings?

If you’re seeking a way of saving that makes a difference in Staffordshire or across the UK, The Stafford Building Society offers something that could hit the mark. We’re a Member-owned mutual, not driven by external shareholders. This means our decisions are made with the best interests of our Members and the wider community in mind, not corporate directives.

Our Affinity Savings Accounts reflect this ethos, allowing you to support the organisations that matter most to you. Whether it’s a local hospice, a community service provider, or your local rugby club, your savings are making a tangible impact. With competitive interest rates, friendly local service, and real community value, we offer a savings experience built on shared purpose.

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FAQs – Affinity Savings Accounts at The Stafford

An Affinity Savings Account is a type of easy access savings account that lets you save while supporting a chosen charity, club or community organisation. You still earn interest on your money, and The Stafford Building Society makes a donation to the organisation linked to your account, at no extra cost to you.

Affinity Accounts work in a similar way to our other easy access savings accounts, but they also provide a community benefit. You still earn interest on your savings, and The Stafford Building Society makes a donation to the charity, club or community organisation linked to your chosen Affinity Account. This means you can save as normal while helping support a cause connected to the account, at no extra cost to you. View all our savings accounts here

Yes, our Affinity Savings Accounts are easy access savings accounts, giving you flexibility with your funds. You can access your savings when needed, although cash withdrawals over £500 require 24 hours’ notice.

Yes. Savings held with The Stafford Building Society are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme known as FSCS. This means eligible deposits are protected up to £120,000 per person, per authorised firm if a UK-authorised bank, building society or credit union fails.

Yes. You can start your Affinity Savings Account application online with The Stafford Building Society. You can choose from our Affinity range, including World Land Trust Affinity, Black & White Affinity, Black & Amber Affinity, Katharine House Hospice Affinity and Support Staffordshire Affinity accounts. These accounts allow you to save while supporting a charity, club or community group linked to your chosen account.

Affinity Savings Accounts are available to eligible savers who meet the account opening criteria. You can check the product details before applying or speak with our team if you need support.

No. You do not need to be directly connected to the charity, club, or community organisation to open an Affinity Account. You can choose the account linked to the cause you would like to support.

Yes. You can manage your Affinity Savings Account through The Stafford Building Society’s Stafford branch, subject to the account terms and conditions.

Explore Our Affinity Savings Products

Each year, a percentage of the balance held in your chosen Affinity Savings Account is donated – by us – to the specific charity or community organisation linked to that account. For example, savings in the Black and Amber Account help support Stafford Rugby Club, while our Katharine House Hospice Affinity Account directly benefits the hospice. It’s a simple, impactful way to let your savings work for both you and your community.