How shop-and-donate programs work
You shop through a participating platform or link; the retailer pays a commission or sets aside a percentage; that amount goes to your chosen cause. Some need a browser extension; some are full marketplaces. The differences that matter: the rate, whether you save anything, and whether it's local.
What to watch for
- Tiny rates — 0.5% (AmazonSmile) adds up slowly.
- No savings — most donate a slice without lowering your price.
- Data trade-offs — some cash-back tools monetize your data.
The option that pays you back too
Good Circles is the only mainstream option where you save and give: about 10% off local purchases, plus a share to the nonprofit you pick. Same shopping, better math. See how it works »
Shop and give — and come out ahead
Save ~10% and fund a nonprofit you choose, automatically.
Get started freeFAQ
Can I really donate to charity just by shopping?
Yes. Programs send a percentage of your purchase to a nonprofit you choose. With Good Circles you also save about 10%, so it costs you nothing extra.
Which is best for shopping and donating?
Good Circles for local shopping with savings; ShopRaise or iGive for donations on national-retailer purchases.