Give as a gift as a present to a loved one

Struggling to find that perfect gift for a loved one or colleague? Why not give a gift with impact! 

By donating to GIVIT in lieu of purchasing a physical gift, you'll be supporting GIVIT to provide much needed items and services to people in need across Australia.

How do you give a gift donation?

Giving in a gift donation instead of a physical gift is perfect for anyone needing a present for the person who loves giving back and has everything.

Do you also love the idea of reducing waste? And ensuring Australians in need get essential items and service from GIVIT? Then you need to find out how to give a gift donation.

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Pick a Card

Pick from our range of online cards to suit the occasion.


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Personalise It

Write a heartful message to be sent to your friend, loved one or colleague. 


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Support GIVIT

Purchase your card and choose to either email it to the recipient, or download and print. Your gift will help GIVIT to continue supporting Aussies in need.

Why give a gift donation to GIVIT?

Tis the season of joy, but for many Australians, Christmas isn’t a joyful time.

Instead of spending money on another perishable gift, donate on behalf of your friend, colleague or loved one to support Aussies in need. 

By donating your gift, your generosity will allow us to support more than 4,800 registered charities and their clients. Whether that is supporting those experiencing homelessness, domestic & family violence, or assisting those impacted by disasters. 

Without you, GIVIT can't do what we do. By giving a gift to GIVIT, you'll be the reason why someone smiles today. 

How does giving as a gift to GIVIT help people in need?

Instead of buying another gift that might go unused, consider making a donation as a gift for your loved one. It’s a gift that ensures people in need get exactly what’s needed to rebuild after hardship, reduces waste and gives the warm and fuzzies. Your donation will provide to crucial aid directly to people who need it most.

Your generosity through GIVIT will assist:

  • Individuals experiencing homelessness
  • People escaping domestic and family violence
  • Communities affected by natural disasters
  • Families struggling to cover basic necessities
  • Children in foster care
  • Young adults transitioning out of care
  • Refugees adapting to life in a new country
  • Vulnerable individuals living with disabilities
  • And anyone who is being supported by a registered charity

But don’t just take our word for it - hear directly from our charity partners about the real difference your donation makes.

"GIVIT has been an invaluable tool in my kit. No doubt it, GIVIT saves lives."
- Kyogle Together

Why donating a gift for a good cause is more important than ever

Millions of people around Australia are living in poverty. The cost-of-living crisis means more families and individuals are struggling to make ends meet. New research in 2023 demonstrated that 38% of Australians are concerned about the extra demand on finances this Christmas.
People are struggling to afford the increase in food expenses during this period. GIVIT has received over 8,000 requests for groceries across Australia for people doing it tough.
 
From families struggling to provide Christmas dinner to a mum and her kids escaping violence and living in a women’s shelter – you can be the reason a person smiles this Christmas. Be the reason a family celebrating Christmas in their own home after two years of sleeping rough has the Christmas they deserve. Or be the reason kids living in foster care get presents to unwrap on Christmas morning. Tis the season to receive, but giving is even better!

3 charity gift ideas to inspire others to give back this Christmas

You’ve decided you want to give back to your community this festive season. Here are three ways donating to charity as a gift doesn’t have to steal the joy of gift giving.

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Visit your local op shop and purchase a small gift to pair with your donation
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Write a heartfelt note for your loved one with a funny pun
Choose a grateful thank you message from one of GIVIT’s recipients

Messages of thanks

"...GIVIT changed my and my child's world today (in a way that the words 'saved us' would not be an exaggeration).

I don't have words for how grateful I am, but I feel unimaginable relief at a time I was genuinely starting to fear what would become of us."

Emily* who received vouchers for groceries, medication and furniture after being affected by floods.

"I just want to thank you... so so much for the laptop and mouse I received today.

I had to hold back the biggest flood of tears. Technology, computers, devices and the internet are what set me free on even the worst days. Now I'm unstoppable! Thank you!"

Jen*, a woman with a disability and in financial hardship who received a laptop.

"There was such genuine relief and gratitude from the family to have one less worry.

These experiences also impact positively on [social and housing] workers. Improved outcomes, improved work satisfaction, improved wellbeing, hope!"

Tilly* who uses GIVIT in her role at a homeless organisation, after providing a family with back-to-school items for their children.