Gifting to Charities

Donors can make gifts to any registered Canadian charity or qualified donee with a recommended minimum of $20. Gifts can be set up on a one-time or recurring basis.

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Searching and Favouriting Charities

1. Navigate to the Give page in the top menu.

2. Use the search bar to find a charity by its legal/registered official name.

   1. If a charity cannot be found, try searching by its CRA Charity Registration Number. Email [email protected] for assistance if you cannot find a charity.

3. To favourite a charity:

   • Click the heart icon next to the charity's name.

Located on the the top navigation bar

Accessible through the Give tab. Search by typing in your desired charity.

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Setting Up a Gift

1. Select a charity from the search results by clicking on it.

2. Enter the gift amount under the Gift Details section.

3. Choose one of the following options:

   • One-time Gift: Submit the gift immediately.

   • Recurring Gift: Enable this option and select how often you want the gift to repeat.

   • Scheduled Gift: Set a future date (up to 31 days in advance).

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Designating a Gift to a Specific Program

• In the Purpose of Gift Designation section, select the specific program or purpose for the donation.

• (Optional) Check the box to remain anonymous if desired.

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Designating a Gift in Honour of a Person

• Use the Purpose of Gift Designation section to indicate that the gift is in honour of a specific person.

• Follow any additional prompts for this designation.

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Completing Your Gift

1. Review all gift details, including:

   • Recurring, one-time, or scheduled options.

   • Whether you wish to cover GiveWise’s transaction fees (toggle this option on or off).

2. Check the Self-Attestation box to certify that:

   • Your gift "is for a permitted purpose and will not result in a more than incidental benefit to me or persons related to me."

3. Click Give Now to complete your gift.

4. The funds will be deducted from your Giving Wallet.

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Viewing Your Giving Fund

• To track your giving activity, click My Giving Fund in the top menu.

• Click here for more info on managing your Giving Fund.

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Accepted Gifting Practices

• Ensure that your gift complies with our policies. Review our Gifting Policy Documents here.

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