FAQ
1. What is WRGive?
WRGive is a new online giving platform created by Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) in collaboration with 8 community partners. It features local projects that aim to strengthen social infrastructure across Waterloo Region, based on themes from WRCF’s 2025 Vital Signs Report®.
2. When can I donate?
The platform will be accepting donations from September 24 to October 29, 2025. The platform will close after that time.
3. How can I track the progress of a project?
WRCF will update fundraising progress bars weekly on each project page so you can see how close each project is to reaching its goal.
4. What happens if a project exceeds its fundraising goal?
If extra funds are raised, the organization may be able to cover additional costs linked to the project or expand the project to other groups or geographic locations. If the project is fully funded, additional donations will support similar work within the organization.
3. Can I donate using my mobile device?
Yes! Simply visit www.wrgive.ca on your mobile device to make a donation.
4. Who can donate?
Anyone! WRGive is open to the general public as an online crowdfunding platform.
5. Who is processing the donations?
WRCF has set up the WRGive online giving platform. We are the host, but the donations themselves are being managed by the organizations that are running the projects. So, you will be directed to the individual organizations giving option to process your donation.
6. How do I know if a project is eligible for a tax receipt?
We’ve noted this on each project page. Look for the tax receipt eligibility information before contributing to a project if that will impact whether you support a project.
7. Will I receive a charitable tax receipt?
Each project page clearly indicates whether your donation is eligible for a charitable tax receipt. If eligible, you’ll receive the receipt directly from the organization managing the project. If not eligible, you will receive a confirmation notice from the organization acknowledging your contribution to their project.
8. What are the terms of donation?
By donating through WRGive:
You confirm your payment details are accurate and you’re authorized to use the selected payment method.
All donations are final and non-refundable, unless a technical error occurs (e.g., duplicate transactions). In such cases, contact the organization directly using the information provided on your donation receipt or confirmation email.
9. Who receives my contact information?
Your contact and payment information go directly to the organization managing the project you support. WRCF does not receive or store any of your personal donation data.