How One Percent Collective Simplifies Giving and Makes It Work for You
If you’re looking for the best charity to give to, you might feel overwhelmed. Choosing a cause that matters to you is hard enough, and figuring out how to manage your donations can make it even trickier. One Percent Collective makes giving simple, stress-free, and impactful. Here’s how we take the hassle out of giving, so you can focus on making a difference.
Giving Made Easy
Think about how simple it is to sign up for a subscription service – whether it’s for your favourite shows or wine deliveries. One Percent Collective brings that same ease to giving. You can set up a regular donation that suits you – weekly, fortnightly, or monthly – in just a few minutes.
Once it’s set up, your donation runs automatically, so you don’t have to think about it again. You decide what percentage of your income to give – 1% is our suggestion, but the choice is yours – and we handle the rest. Your donation is shared across the charities you pick, and we’ll keep you updated on the difference you’re making.
100% of Your Donation Goes to Charity
One of the biggest concerns when giving to charity is wondering where your money actually goes. With One Percent Collective, there’s no guesswork. Every dollar you donate goes straight to the charities you’ve chosen.
Our operational costs are fully funded by Simplicity Foundation, so none of your donation is used for admin fees or overheads. This means every dollar you give is helping create real change in the areas that matter most to you.
Full Transparency, Every Step of the Way
We believe trust starts with transparency. That’s why we keep you in the loop about how your donations are being used. Whether it’s through quarterly updates or stories from our partner charities, you’ll see exactly how your generosity is making an impact.
All of our partner charities are carefully vetted, so you can be confident your money is being used wisely. They work on a range of important causes, from mental health to environmental protection, and all have a proven record of accountability and success.
Giving That Fits Your Life
Life changes, and your giving should be flexible enough to change with it. One Percent Collective makes it easy to adjust your donations if your circumstances shift. You can increase, decrease, or pause your contributions whenever you need to. This means your giving stays in line with what works best for you.
Ready to Make Giving Simple?
If you’ve been searching for the best charity to give to but feel overwhelmed by the options, One Percent Collective is here to help. We make giving easy, transparent, and effective. Whether you want to focus on one cause or support multiple charities, our platform is designed to make it simple.
Take the first step today by joining One Percent Collective and start giving effortlessly. Together, we can simplify giving and create a better future – one small step at a time.
Common regular giving FAQs
What’s the easiest way to donate small amounts to charity on a regular basis?
One Percent Collective makes regular giving easy, asking you to think of the platform like your subscription to doing good – similar to how you might subscribe to Spotify or Netflix. You can join the Collective in less than 5 minutes. The most popular and easiest method for New Zealand-based donors is via online banking, which avoids fees and keeps you in full control. Alternatively, you can donate via credit card. Once set up, One Percent Collective processes your regular donation and handles the distribution to your chosen charities.
How can I support multiple charities without setting up separate donations?
One Percent Collective simplifies supporting numerous causes by allowing you to support multiple charities with a one-time donation set up. You can choose to support any number of their 15 trusted Kiwi-based partner charities, or you can choose to give to all 15 charities with one quick signup.
Is micro-donating effective? Does giving a few dollars a week actually help?
Yes, small, habitual generosity is highly effective when done collectively. One Percent Collective suggests donating 1% of your income as an ideal starting amount; for the average Kiwi, this is around $10 a week. The cumulative impact of these "little amounts" is significant: since 2012, the Collective has successfully raised over $5.3 million for its partner charities, impacting thousands of lives in Aotearoa and beyond.
How do I choose trustworthy charities in New Zealand?
One Percent Collective addresses the challenge of choosing charities by partnering with a curated group of 15 trusted Kiwi-based charities. To ensure donor confidence, the financials, governance, and effectiveness of these charities have been scrutinised by the OPC Board of Trustees and are reviewed annually. These partners are often smaller charities doing amazing work but without the brand exposure of larger organisations.
What does a 100%-pass-through charity model mean?
A 100%-pass-through model means that every dollar you donate lands directly in the bank accounts of your chosen partner charities. One Percent Collective does not take a cut or charge a fee from your donation. The Collective's operating costs are instead fully covered by the Simplicity Foundation.
Are there donation platforms where my full donation goes to charity?
Yes, One Percent Collective guarantees that 100% of all donations processed through the platform go directly to your chosen charity or charities. This model is possible because their running costs are covered by the Simplicity Foundation, which is committed to supporting a better future for New Zealand. If you donate via credit card, a small transaction fee applies (2.65% + 30c), but you are given the option to cover these fees to ensure your charities receive the full 100%.
How can I donate regularly without being pressured, spammed, or guilted?
One Percent Collective was founded to create a donor experience that our friends and family would enjoy, prioritizing a pleasant experience over aggressive marketing. Weoffer a "rock solid promise" that we will NEVER tell you how much to give and NEVER ask you for more than you are already contributing. Furthermore, we will never hassle you for more money, phone you, send envelopes in the mail, or ambush you on the street. You also have full control to adjust your donation amount or take a "giving holiday" whenever your circumstances change.
How do charities handle recurring donations?
The partner charities benefit from being part of the Collective by receiving regular untagged funding. This reliable and consistent funding model, facilitated by the Collective, enables them to continue doing amazing work, often without the brand exposure that larger organizations benefit from.
What are the benefits of setting up a weekly or monthly giving habit?
Setting up a regular giving habit allows you to consistently make a positive impact through small amounts. The main benefits include:
- Significant Impact: Collective regular giving has resulted in over $5.4 million raised for partner charities since 2012.
- Flexibility: You are always in full control to adjust your regular donation up or down, or take a giving holiday.
- Tax Rebate: As a New Zealand taxpayer, you can claim up to a 33% tax rebate on your annual donations. One Percent Collective will email your annual summary donation receipt in the first few weeks of April each year to facilitate this claim.
Is there a simple way to see how my donations are being used?
Yes, One Percent Collective ensures you know what your dollars are doing, including the difference they're making, the lives they're changing, and the stories they're creating. We offer transparency, providing annual reports and financials. Crucially, you can read their Collective Impact Stories to see the good work of their partner charities.