# Gifting to Charities

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#### Searching and Favouriting Charities

1. Navigate to the [**Give**](https://fund.givewise.ca/login) 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 <support@givewise.ca> for assistance if you cannot find a charity.&#x20;
3. **To favourite a charity:**
   * Click the heart icon next to the charity's name.

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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](https://guide.givewise.ca/for-donors-getting-started-with-givewise/understanding-your-giving-fund) 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](https://guide.givewise.ca/policy-and-user-documents/gift-acceptance-and-valuation-policy).

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