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What is ChipIn?

ChipIn is a revolutionary platform designed to transform everyday shopping into meaningful support for community causes. By partnering with local businesses, we enable shoppers to contribute to their chosen schools or nonprofits through a unique cashback system, at no extra cost to them.

How does ChipIn work?

When you shop online or at our partner local businesses, a portion of your purchase is directed as a cashback donation to a school or nonprofit of your choice. This system allows for regular contributions to causes you care about, simply by going about your daily shopping.

Who can benefit from ChipIn?

ChipIn is designed to benefit three main groups: donors (shoppers), local businesses, and schools or nonprofits. Donors can support causes they care about without additional expenses, businesses can attract and retain customers by contributing to community causes, and schools/nonprofits receive ongoing funds to support their operations and programs.

Do donors incur any additional costs when using ChipIn?

No, there are no extra costs for donors. The donation is made from a percentage of your normal purchase amount at participating businesses.

How are schools and nonprofits selected for participation in ChipIn?

Schools and nonprofits that are legally registered can participate in the ChipIn program. They receive funds from the cashback donations generated by the shopping activities of their supporters.

How is ChipIn different from other fundraising methods?

ChipIn is unique as it integrates seamlessly into everyday activities, like shopping. It doesn’t require extra donations but instead redirects a portion of regular spending to important causes, making charitable giving effortless and continuous.

Are donations made through ChipIn tax-deductible?

Yes, all donations made through ChipIn are tax-deductible. ChipIn makes tax receipt available for schools and nonprofits to send to donors. 

How can a business, school, or nonprofit join the ChipIn network?

Interested parties can contact us directly through our website. We provide all the necessary information and support to integrate them seamlessly into the ChipIn network. 

How can individuals start using ChipIn?

 

  1. Sign Up: Begin by signing up on the ChipIn platform. During the registration process, you’ll have the opportunity to choose a school or a nonprofit organization (NPO) that you wish to support. Then, connect your credit or debit card(s) to the ChipIn system. This setup allows your shopping activities to be linked to your chosen cause.

  2. Shop Online or In-Store: With ChipIn, you can shop as you normally would, either online or by swiping your connected card at any of our participating local businesses. Whenever you make a purchase at these businesses, ChipIn automatically calculates and sends the cashback portion of your transaction directly to the school or NPO you’ve selected.

  3. Tax Receipt: One of the great benefits of using ChipIn is the tax advantage. A summary of all your donations made through your shopping activities will be compiled. Your chosen cause, be it a school or NPO, will use this summary to issue a donation tax receipt to you. This way, you not only support a cause close to your heart but also benefit from tax deductions.

How does ChipIn ensure transparency in its operations?

ChipIn is committed to transparency and accountability. We provide regular reports to our stakeholders and ensure that all transactions are traceable and auditable.

How does ChipIn impact the community?

ChipIn has a significant impact by providing a steady source of funding for schools and nonprofits, helping local businesses thrive through community engagement, and allowing individuals to contribute to causes they care about in a simple and effective way.

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