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Is there any advantage to donating online?

Yes. As using the online medium as primary resource to donate is a far more cost effective than costly channels like field offices or call centers.


Is it very complicated to donate online?


Not at all. It's simple and safe. Here's what you have to do to make a donation online the Save the Children site:

  • Specify your donation details .

  • Specify the mode of payment.

  • Your selection will be displayed for review .Please check the information carefully and
    make sure that it is correct. If not, change them as desired.

  • Once you confirm that the details are correct, you will be taken to the payment gateway.
    Fill in your credit card details. You will get an immediate confirmation of your donation.
    You will also receive an email confirmation message with the unique transaction id.


Do I need any special hardware or software to donate online?


No. But if this is the first time that you are doing any online transaction involving use of a credit card, you need to ensure that the transaction is secure. Its always better to use the most updated browser.


Is it safe to give my credit card details online?


Sure it is. We adopt stringent security measures to ensure that critically sensitive
information, such as your personal information and your credit card details, are protected.


How can I donate online?


You can contribute by using Credit Card, Debit Card and Net Banking


How safe is my personal information with Save the Children ?


We are committed to protecting your personal information with us. For more details, please do read our Privacy Policy.


What if my address or phone number changes?


You can always email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to update this information



I notice you have mentioned dollars, but can I donate in sterling pound or any other currency?


We accept online donation only in Indian Rupees.


Are there any tax benefits for donating to Save the Children?


Save the Children offers 50% tax exemption under section 80G.


Will you send me tax exemption certificate?


Certainly, we send an SMS and a PDF of the 80G certificate within 48 hours after your transaction is confirmed in the records.

You can also download/print the 80G certificate once the request is processed. However this receipt is valid for residents in India only.


How do I contact you regarding my donation?


For more assistance or information on donating to Save the Children please do write to the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


Save the Children partnership with third party vendors and agencies to raise funds. Tell me more


To enable us do this, we send direct appeals, updates via snail mail and email. We also use other avenues like face-to-face marketing and tele-marketing to reach out to
individuals. Save the Children partners with third party agencies to support us in our work. Each representative / DSA (direct sales agent) from the agencies will carry with them.

  • An identification card stating clearly that he/she is a Save the Children representative.
    The card will also carry the Save the Children logo and contact details of our offices.

  • The relevant Save the Children literature


The representatives are not authorized to collect/ ask for / accept any cash donations for Save the Children. Only a cheque or demand Draft in favour of Bal Raksha Bharat or Save the Children can be accepted by them.



Declaration by Save the Children

Save the Children is registered as Bal Raksha Bharat in India. We are a member of Save the Children International Alliance. We do not exist in any other form or under any other name in India. Our corporate office address in India is



3rd Floor, Vardhaman Trade Centre,

9-10-11 Nehru Place,

New Delhi - 110019

Tel: (+91) 11 4229 4900
Fax: (+91) 11 42294990



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Please Note: Save the Children is registered as Bal Raksha Bharat in India. All donations made to Save the Children, Bal Raksha Bharat, Society Registration No. S/51101/2004 are exempt from Income Tax under section 80G of IT Act 1961 vide Director of Income Tax (Exemptions), New Delhi, Letter no. DIT (E) – 2008/B-1120/2089, dated 09-10-2007 valid from 01/04/2007 to 31/03/2010.


As per amendment to Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, approvals once granted shall continue to be valid in perpetuity and do not require renewal on expiry.