Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
About Giving Wallets & Donation
Giving Wallets is a platform for collective giving—whether one-time or
monthly. It empowers groups of friends, neighbors, or colleagues to
come together, pool their donations, and support the causes that
matter most to them.
Unlike traditional crowdfunding platforms, Giving Wallets lets you
contribute to multiple nonprofits under a shared group agenda, making
it easy to give with heart and with others—consistently or just once.
Yes. Donations to GivingWallets and nonprofits on GivingWallets go to the GivingWallets public charity (EIN 99-4648876) before they are passed along to the selected charitable organization.
You’ll receive a receipt after you complete your donation.
The GivingWallets is a 501.c.3 public charity (EIN 99-4648876), the
platform provides donors with charitable tax receipts, and then grant
those funds to nonprofits chosen by the groups.
We offer:
Searchable, categorized lists of impact-verified charities and projects
Personalized consultations, leveraging insight from community and leadership awards (like those at the DAF Giving Summit)
Transparent impact tracking, in line with the highest standards in nonprofit giving platforms.
Donations may be submitted via Credit Card or ACH or Zelle or PayPal online. We also accept digital currency like StableCoin, Checks and Stocks.
All GivingWallets donations are secured by bank-level, 256-bit encryption. We utilize SHA-256 RSA Encryption and certificates which
We care for your privacy. GivingWallets does not share donor information with nonprofits unless you approve it.
A Directed Gift enables you to target your donation to a specific nonprofit, project, or beneficiary. We handle vetting, compliance, and transfer, providing end-to-end transparency and real-time impact reporting
FAQs
Nonprofit and Giving Wallets
You can send us a request to join. Once approved, you can fundraise on our platform, share your
upcoming events, and reach new donors. We will also guide you on how best to showcase your
data, stories, and impact reports effectively. A service fee will apply based on the support you
choose. Please connect with us at hello@givingwallets.org.
Yes, if you are FCRA-approved and successfully complete our due diligence process, we can
showcase your nonprofit. Currently, we only feature organizations that meet international
compliance standards and demonstrate transparency in reporting.
We showcase nonprofits across a wide range of cause areas; from healthcare, education, and
environmental protection to animal welfare, poverty alleviation, and disaster relief. Our priority
is to feature organizations that are transparent, community-rooted, and committed to measurable
impact.
Beyond raising funds, we help nonprofits build trust with donors. Our team advises on
storytelling, data presentation, and impact reporting. We also provide visibility to new donor
groups;such as corporate teams, giving circles, and monthly donor communities.
We charge a modest fee depending on the services chosen, such as fundraising support, impact
reporting guidance, or promotional campaigns. The goal is to keep costs transparent while
ensuring nonprofits maximize their reach and fundraising success.
Every nonprofit listed on Giving Wallets goes through a thorough vetting process. We review
registrations, financials, program reports, and compliance documents. Only nonprofits that
demonstrate accountability and impact are showcased.
Both options are available. You can set up a campaign page for a specific project (e.g.,
scholarships, environmental restoration) or create a general organization page for ongoing
support.
We partner with a curated, diverse network of nonprofits across regions and issue areas—disaster relief, education, health, the environment, and more. Giving Wallets thoroughly vets partners for credibility, impact, and local engagement. Donors can direct support to specific projects or let our team allocate funds to where the need is greatest
Corporate FAQs
Employee Giving with Giving Wallets
It’s simple. We’ll work with you to set up a customized Giving Wallet for your company or team. Employees can contribute individually or as part of a group, and the organization can match donations if desired. Together, you can support vetted nonprofits across diverse causes.
Yes. Employees can create giving circles with their colleagues, by department, location, or shared interests, and pool donations toward causes they care about. This creates a sense of ownership and engagement, while the company gains visibility into collective impact.
Both. Organizations can make direct contributions to Giving Wallets, sponsor specific campaigns, or match employee donations. This flexibility allows you to balance employee-driven philanthropy with corporate-level giving commitments.
We cover a broad range of vetted nonprofits; from healthcare, education, and poverty alleviation
to environmental protection, animal welfare, and disaster response. You can let employees
choose or align giving with your company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) priorities.
We provide dashboards that show both employees and the company how much has been raised,
which nonprofits were supported, and the impact of contributions. This transparency helps
organizations measure engagement and showcase their social responsibility to stakeholders.
Yes, we charge a service fee depending on the level of support and customization your company chooses; for example, setting up branded wallets, impact dashboards, or employee engagement
campaigns.
Employees can log in through a secure portal, create or join giving wallets, and contribute
individually or collectively. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and mobile-accessible so giving is convenient.
Absolutely. We can help you set up special wallets for workplace campaigns (e.g., holiday drives, disaster relief funds) or ongoing initiatives. These can be shared easily within your
company or externally to partners.
FAQs
Alumni & Community Giving with Giving Wallets
You can set up a shared Giving Wallet for your school alumni, neighborhood, language-based group, or community organization. Members can contribute individually, pool donations, and
decide together which causes to support.
Yes. Whether you’re a small alumni batch group or a global university alumni association, Giving Wallets scales to your needs. You can start with a few members and expand as more join
in.
Yes, alumni and community groups worldwide can use Giving Wallets. However, nonprofits showcased on our platform must meet our due diligence requirements (such as U.S.-registered or
FCRA-approved organizations in India).
Absolutely. Your group can dedicate its wallet to causes that matter most; such as scholarships for underprivileged students, disaster relief, healthcare, or community development in your
hometown.
Beyond fundraising, Giving Wallets creates a shared impact story. Dashboards and updates allow
members to see how much the group has raised, what projects were supported, and the difference
they made, strengthening community bonds.
Yes. We can brand your Giving Wallet with your school/university name, neighborhood, or
community identity, making it a proud symbol of collective giving.
We charge a modest service fee to cover setup, maintenance, and impact reporting. Fees vary
based on the level of customization and support your group requires.
Yes. The platform is mobile-friendly and simple to use. For members less comfortable with technology, we offer guidance and can provide easy contribution options.
Definitely. You can set up special Giving Wallets for reunions, cultural events, or milestone anniversaries, encouraging members to give back in celebration.
FAQs
Celebrations Giving with Giving Wallets
Instead of traditional gifts, couples or families can create a Giving Wallet dedicated to causes
they care about. The wallet link can be included in wedding invitations, birthday party e-vites,
graduation announcements, or milestone celebration invites (like 25th or 60th birthdays).
Yes. Your Giving Wallet can include several nonprofits or causes; such as children’s education, animal welfare, healthcare, or environmental protection; allowing guests to contribute to a
collective impact.
Guests simply click the link to your Giving Wallet and donate online. All contributions go into the shared wallet and are distributed to the chosen nonprofits.
Absolutely. Your Giving Wallet can include your names, event details, a thank-you message, and
even photos, making it a personalized part of your celebration.
We provide tools to track contributions and send group or individual thank-you notes. Some families even share updates on the impact created through their guests’ generosity.
Yes. Giving Wallets is online and accessible worldwide, so loved ones from any country can participate.
We charge a modest service fee that covers platform setup, customization, and reporting,
ensuring your celebration giving is seamless.
FAQs
Funerals & Memorial Giving with Giving Wallets
Families can create a Giving Wallet in memory of their loved one. Friends and relatives
contribute to the wallet, offering a meaningful way to honor the departed.
No. Donations can accumulate in the Giving Wallet, and families may decide later; weeks or
even months afterward, where to direct the funds, once they’ve had time to reflect.
Yes. Families often choose nonprofits aligned with the loved one’s passions, such as medical
research, community service, arts, or faith-based organizations.
Families may share their chosen nonprofits at the time of setup or update contributors later once
decisions are made. Transparency is flexible and up to the family.
The memorial wallet can include the name, photo, and a short tribute to your loved one, making
it both personal and meaningful.
Yes. Contributions can be made easily from anywhere in the world.
We charge a service fee for platform use and reporting, which varies based on customization and
services provided.
You’ll have access to contribution records, allowing you to send personalized thank-you notes or
share collective updates on the impact made in memory of your loved one.