Brand Frequently Asked Questions
For brand partners
Turn inventory into impact and opportunity.
Whether you are stewarding surplus or donating a new collection, Gifting Brands connects your products to vetted charity events nationwide. Your products help charities raise more for causes that matter, and introduce your brand to a new audience of engaged, values driven customers.
Protecting your brand
How does Gifting Brands protect my brand integrity?
Your product is used only to raise funds at vetted charity events. Gifting Brands never sells it, and it never enters retail, off price, or liquidation channels. Every charity is vetted through DonationMatch, and we use your name and logo only as you approve. Read our Brand Protection Promise.
How do you select which charities receive our products?
We work with verified 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting causes like education, children, health, families, and community programs. All charities are vetted through DonationMatch. You can also tell us which causes fit your brand, and we follow your direction.
How do you handle unsold or leftover items?
Items are kept by the charity for a future fundraising event, for fundraising use only. Higher value items may be returned to Gifting Brands to be donated to a different charity event.
How it works
How does the process work?
We work with you to select donation categories. Ship to us anytime. Items are distributed only to qualified 501(c)(3) charities for auctions and events. You receive an official donation receipt.
Can we start with a smaller test donation?
Yes. Many brands begin with a smaller test donation to experience the process and see the impact before growing their partnership.
What types of products perform best at charity events?
Fine and fashion jewelry, watches, handbags, designer accessories, and beauty products consistently help charities raise the most and deliver strong visibility.
What condition do products need to be in?
We accept new, unused inventory in original packaging. If items are samples or have packaging flaws, we will review them to make sure they are suitable for events.
Is there a limit to how often we can donate?
No limit. We welcome ongoing or seasonal donations and can work with your team to align future donations with upcoming events or marketing campaigns.
Recognition and reporting
Will we receive a tax deduction for our product donation?
Gifting Brands is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 82-2671429. You receive an official donation receipt, and your product donation may be tax deductible. Your tax advisor can confirm what applies to your company.
Will our brand be publicly recognized?
That is your choice. With each donation, you tell us how you want to be recognized: named and tagged on social media, named but not tagged, or kept private and included only in Gifting Brands totals. We use your name and logo only as you approve.
Will we see where our products went?
Yes. Your Impact Recap shows which charity events received your products and the total units and retail value donated, ready for your CSR or ESG reports and internal communications.
Ready to give your inventory a greater purpose?
If you would like to explore a partnership or have more questions, we would love to hear from you.
Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN 82-2671429.
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