Random Acts of Internet Kindness: Donate Time or Money to Charity

Where to Give Online

As the holidays approach, many of us begin to look for new and creative ways to share our wealth and successes with others. Whether it’s volunteering time, becoming a sponsor, or donating to various charities and organizations, the act of giving can be a rewarding activity any time of year. Today’s online options can give you the benefit of giving with ease; random acts of kindness don’t need to stay in your town or city! Take some steps to research and learn about new organizations and communities you may have an interest in. Today’s networking tools and options provide a multitude of opportunity to give and share. 

A complete giving portal at JustGive.org allows you to browse and review hundreds of nonprofit organizations, fundraising activities, and campaigns that may need your help The easy-to-navigate format allows you to track and review each of the services and funds; you can also make use of a wedding registry feature to allow guests to donate directly to your chosen charities and campaigns. The site works like a shopping portal, where you browse and search, add your selection of gifts to your shopping cart, then checkout in the end. It’s a great start to learning more about particular communities, groups, and campaigns around the world. 

The American Red Cross is a valuable resource for thousands who need disaster relief, community aid, and military services. The donation website allows you give directly online to any cause you wish; simply enter the amount you would like to donate, and even include an employer match or honorary gift in somebody’s name. The minimum donation is $5.00, and you can enter credit card information easily on the secure site. The American Red Cross is one of the largest contributors to the Hurricane Katrina disaster relief fund, estimating a need of $2.116 billion in costs. The website also allows you to donate airline miles, stock, and spare change.