Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question about United Way’s Give for Good? Explore the list of frequently asked questions below or feel free to get in touch with us directly.
Connect With UsGive for Good, an initiative by United Way of the Alberta Capital Region, is an online giving platform aimed at facilitating direct giving between givers and people in need through our social impact partners, ensuring a safe and secure donation process.
Each donation, whether it’s clothing, furniture, or household goods, has the power to transform lives, and every item carries a story of generosity, compassion, and the belief in the inherent goodness of humanity. Together, through our collective acts of giving, we create a system of support that uplifts and strengthens the fabric of our communities.
United Way’s Give for Good was built to streamline the giving process, making it easier for agencies to communicate their needs and for the community to respond efficiently.
By providing a centralized platform, we look to strengthen the community’s ability to support our neigbours in need, empowering both agencies and givers to create meaningful, long-term change for everyone in the Edmonton area, ensuring no one is left behind.
United Way’s Give for Good is currently only available to everyone in the Edmonton region, including Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Sherwood Park, Strathcona County, St. Albert, Leduc, Leduc County, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County.
Short answer: Yes, improvements and tweaks will be made over time.
To ensure the best possible giving experience, both for the giver and agency, we’re always going to be looking for ways to enhance the look and feel of the Give for Good platform. But we can’t do it alone. If you see something that could be improved reach out to us.
I want to give
It’s simple! On giveforgood.ca, click on Start Giving. Fill out the sign-up form and once you enter the verification code that’s emailed to you, you’re all set.
Once you’re signed in, click on Give Now. From there, fill out the form for the item you wish to donate.
Basically, anything around your house, both inside and out. You can donate items such as baby items (including strollers, diapers, toys), bicycles/tricycles, new or gently used clothing, books, school supplies, hardware tools, and sporting goods.
Not all content can be posted on the Platform. You are prohibited to post, or reply to any posting for an item or service which is illegal, banned, or otherwise not approved for use or sale in Canada including, or which cannot be sold to minors, including but not limited to:
- Any regulated product with a warning or instructions label which is missing or damaged to the point where it can’t be read in its entirety
- Alcoholic beverages
- Baby Walkers
- Cannabis products and accessories
- Car seats manufactured before January 1, 2012
- Cribs manufactured before September, 1986
- Expired car seats
- Food and beverages
- Products which have been recalled
- Tabaco products and accessories
- Traditional drop-side cribs
Yes, absolutely you can! When you see an item request listed on Give for Good, it reflects an honest need identified by one of our social impact partners who are working with our neighbours in need. So, thank you!
You can only sign up individually on the platform, but you can still use your work email. You can also try other ways to fundraise as a group, by starting your own workplace campaign.
First off, yay! Second, the agency or organization will message you directly on the platform to coordinate the donation delivery. Should you leave the site before that happens, you’ll be sent an email letting you know that you received a message. You’ll either be able to drop the item off or have them pick it up.
When you match a donation, whether used or recently purchased, the agency or organization will message you to arrange donation delivery.
The agency or organization will initiate the conversation with the donor via messaging on Give for Good. Between the two parties, next steps will be figured out for the pickup or drop off with additional information as required.
Every week, there’s new requested items from our social impact partners. Help us ensure that no one is left behind.
Submit it anyway! If you don’t see a current request matching up to what you have to give, that’s okay. One of our social impact partners will claim it.
When you sign up for Give for Good updates, you’ll be getting our monthly newsletter that consists of important updates, impact stories, and urgent requests.
Simply click on your account name in the main navigation section on the right-hand side, and select My Profile. There, you’ll be able to update your personal information and/or password.
I want to partner
Join the waiting list to become an agency partner on Give for Good.
I want to support
For more info about becoming a sponsor of United Way’s Give for Good initiative, reach out to Meighan Sommer at [email protected].
