How donations are treated for tax purposes depends on your role, whether you're raising funds or giving to a fundraiser. Here's what generally applies on GiveSendGo.

Are Funds Raised Through GiveSendGo Taxable?

In most cases, no. Funds raised through GiveSendGo are generally considered personal gifts and are not taxable income, as long as nothing is offered in return for a donation. When creating a fundraiser, fundraiser organizers agree to this, as do recipients when they accept an invitation to join the fundraiser. As outlined in our Terms of Service:

You do not purchase any goods or receive any services from any Recipient in return for your contribution.

In the event the Fundraiser Organizer desires to give goods/services in response to a donation... they must first receive approval from GiveSendGo.

Because of this structure, GiveSendGo does not issue 1099s or other tax forms to fundraiser recipients, and does not report donations to the IRS on behalf of fundraiser organizers.

If your fundraiser supports a business or political cause, or includes rewards or incentives, the IRS may treat those funds differently. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.

Are Donations Tax-Deductible?

Donations made through GiveSendGo are generally not tax-deductible. GiveSendGo is not a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and most fundraisers are created by individuals, small businesses, or informal groups without charitable tax-exempt status. The email confirmation you receive after giving is not a formal tax receipt.

There is one exception: if the recipient is a verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your donation may qualify as tax-deductible. GiveSendGo does not provide tax receipts or verify tax-deductible eligibility for individual donations. Please request any required tax documentation (like an EIN or receipt) directly from the nonprofit recipient.

If you're looking to make a tax-deductible donation, see Tax-Deductible Giving Through GiveSendGo Charities.

Quick Reference

Is money I receive through GiveSendGo taxable? Most likely not, unless the fundraiser involves a business, political cause, or rewards.

Is my donation to a GiveSendGo fundraiser tax-deductible? Only if the recipient is a verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

For questions specific to your tax situation, consult a qualified tax professional.