How to Donate Cryptocurrency to Charity

There are various automatic crypto matches running for donations to Save the Children. Please visit The Giving Block for the latest information. Please note that Save the Children receives matches only for donations made directly to us.

You can also donate Cardano (ADA), Algorand (ALGO), Cosmos (ATOMA), Polkadot (DOT), Flow (FLOW), Solana (SOL), Tether (USDT), and or Stellar (XLM) to Save the Children.

We accept the proceeds from an NFT sale once converted to a cryptocurrency such as ETH.

For an NFT or other smart contract, you can dynamically generate a unique, static, reusable wallet address for Save the Children with these simple steps:

Step 1: Input a comment in the “Donation notes” field (optional)

Step 2: Select the crypto type

Step 3: Click the CONTINUE button

Step 4: Add your email and/or contact information (optional if you would like an email confirmation)

Step 5: Click the CONTINUE button

Step 6: Copy and paste the dynamic address or QR code that is generated.

Yes, generally, in the U.S. The IRS treats cryptocurrency as property, so donating it to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit like Save the Children is treated like donating stock or other appreciated assets.*

In the U.S. and several other countries, donating non-cash assets like crypto and stock to qualified charities can have significant tax benefits. Donated crypto and stocks generally aren’t subject to capital gains tax, which can be as high as 20%, according to The Giving Block.

To receive a tax receipt, provide your email address when you donate. Anonymous donations are not eligible for a receipt.

For crypto donations valued over $5,000, the IRS requires you to file Form 8283 with your tax return and obtain a qualified appraisal. 

*Depends on your country's tax laws. Please consult a qualified tax advisor.

Yes, you can donate anonymously. However, you will not receive a tax receipt unless you provide your email address.

Yes, donating cryptocurrency to Save the Children US is safe and secure. Save the Children's crypto partners have industry leading security controls to ensure a safe and trusted fundraising platform and are subject to global regulator security requirements.

Yes, cryptocurrency can be donated to Save the Children from anywhere around the world, with the exception that Save the Children do not currently accept donations from individuals located in OFAC sanctioned countries due to U.S. regulations.

Only send crypto to a wallet address generated through our official crypto donation page at savethechildren.org. When you donate, our page creates a secure, unique address for your gift through our trusted crypto partners.

To protect your donation:

• Start from savethechildren.org and confirm the web address before you donate
• Never send crypto to an address shared through social media, direct messages, text or email
• Save the Children will never contact you directly to request a crypto donation

If you’re unsure whether an address belongs to Save the Children, contact us before sending.