How Regular Giving Helps Build a Stronger, More Compassionate Society
If you’re searching for the best charity to give to, you’re probably facing the same questions many Kiwis have. How do you choose between so many important causes? How can you be sure your donation will make a real, lasting difference? At One Percent Collective, we think the answer is simple: regular giving.
Giving regularly is a small act that makes a big impact. It can change lives, support charities to grow, and help build a kinder, more connected society.
The Power of Small, Regular Contributions
You might wonder, “How can my small donation really help?” The truth is, when lots of people give even a little, the impact grows quickly. Regular giving – whether it’s $5 a week or $10 a month – adds up over time and gives charities the stability they need to create long-term solutions.
When you commit to giving regularly, you’re doing more than donating. You’re forming an ongoing partnership with the causes you care about. Instead of a one-off gift, your contributions become part of a sustainable foundation that charities can count on to make lasting change.
Why Regular Giving Leads to Real Change
Charities often struggle to plan for the future because they rely on one-off donations or fundraising events. This makes it harder to tackle big challenges like poverty, mental health, and environmental issues. But regular giving changes that.
When you give regularly, you’re giving charities more than just money – you’re giving them certainty. It helps them focus on creating long-term solutions instead of scrambling to meet short-term funding needs.
At One Percent Collective, we’ve made it easy. You can set up automatic donations based on a percentage of your income, or an amount that works for you. With no extra effort, you become part of a collective of people driving real change.
Our partner charities work on solutions that take time, like improving education, protecting the environment, and supporting mental health. These are challenges that can’t be solved with one-off donations. Regular giving builds the resources and infrastructure needed to make a lasting difference across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Building a More Compassionate Society Together
Regular giving isn’t just about the charities – it’s about all of us. When you give consistently, you’re contributing to a bigger vision of a better, kinder world.
In a world where problems can feel too big to solve alone, joining a collective of like-minded donors means your small act of generosity becomes part of something much bigger. Together, we can make a real difference.
At One Percent Collective, we see how regular giving creates a ripple effect. Donors feel more connected to the causes they support and to other donors. That sense of connection inspires more people to get involved. The stronger the collective, the bigger the impact we can make together.
Join One Percent Collective Today
If you’re looking for the best charity to give to, One Percent Collective is a simple, stress-free way to support causes that matter. When you give regularly, you’re helping 12 carefully chosen New Zealand charities make real, lasting change.
Ready to get started? Join One Percent Collective today and make giving part of your life. Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate society – one small, regular act of generosity 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.