gifts in-kind

Gifts in-Kind responds to the role that product philanthropy and volunteerism plays in companies’ giving programs, regardless of their size. Receiving items through this program enables community organizations to work more effectively and efficiently and to focus on providing improved services that directly benefit their clients. (Giving through Gifts in-Kind is not meant to replace financial contributions from donors but to enhance an organization’s giving program.)

 

Benefits to community organizations


• Redirect your budgets away from financing goods to directly funding programs and services for your clients.
• Take advantage of our corporate connections and ultimately build relationships.
• Membership is free to eligible organizations.

 

Benefits to individual and corporate donors

• Increase your visibility in the community.
• Help donor agencies expand their support for the community through a product philanthropy program.
• Save time and expense involved in disposing of surplus equipment and inventory.
• Gifts in-Kind donations are non-financial charitable contributions and may be eligible for a tax receipt.
• Play a powerful role in community-building by helping to supply the resources that are needed to build an effective charitable sector.

 

What types of items are donated to GIK?


• new clothing
• household appliances
• furniture suitable for home and office use
• office supplies and equipment
• computers without operating systems installed
• recreational and sports equipment
• tickets to sports games or concerts
• unused or sealed personal/hygiene supplies

(Note: Items not accepted through Gifts in-Kind include used cars, cell phones, used clothing, children’s toys and cribs.)

We do not place a value on gifts or provide tax receipts for Gifts in-Kind donations. A request for a tax receipt can be made to the recipient organization.

Gifts in-Kind programs will vary based on region.

For more information, please contact your local United Way/Centraide.