In Kind Canada Gifts In Kind FAQ

Donor FAQ's

What is a gift in kind?
How does this program work?
What kinds of items are suitable donations under this program?
Is In Kind Canada a for-profit business?
How long has In Kind Canada been in operation?
Who should I contact at In Kind Canada?
Who issues the receipt for income tax purposes?
What is "fair market value" (FMV)?
Who appraises material?

1. What is a gift in kind?

Gift in kind is the process whereby a donor gives something other than cash to a charity. Under prescribed conditions in the Income Tax Act, a gift in kind may qualify for an income tax receipt. For manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers, this is a viable addition to their capital support of charities.

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2. How does this program work?

In Kind Canada, the only program of its kind in Canada, was been established to distribute donated goods and discounted services to other charities. Goods are donated by corporations, services are offered at a discounted rate, and are available to participating organizations of In Kind Canada.
By redistributing donated material to charities, In Kind Canada and the participating business sector are allowing charities to spend more money on programs versus administration.
In Kind Canada also negotiates with manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and service providers to secure volume discounts or special purchasing privileges for members. The combined effect of In Kind Canada's programs enables participating charities to increase their effectiveness, efficiency and financial viability of their operations and programs.

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3. What kinds of items are suitable donations under this program?

New material such as slow moving inventory and ends of lines can all become gifts in kind. There are virtually no restrictions on the types of material that can be donated through In Kind Canada.
For example, office furniture --- chairs, desks, filing cabinets; office equipment --- computers, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, stationery supplies, paper, hanging files, staples, computer diskettes; sporting equipment --- baseball gloves, golf clubs; kitchen equipment --- microwave ovens, refrigerators, pots, and so on.
Used material can also be donated. Your surplus, if still in a good serviceable condition, could greatly help a charity.
The following items are not taken: vehicles, food, livestock and pharmaceuticals.

Virtually any non-perishable item in good working condition can be used by at least one of our many member charities. If in doubt, contact us.
4. Is In Kind Canada a for-profit business?

In Kind Canada is a registered Public Foundation with Charitable status, and therefore is a non-profit organization.

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5. How long has In Kind Canada been in operation?

In Kind Canada was established in 1994.

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6. Who should I contact at In Kind Canada?

Potential Donors should contact the Supervisor Program Services. Non-profit Organizations should contact the Program Services Department.

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7. Who issues tax receipts?

In Kind Canada issues the receipt for tax purposes.

Donors are entitled to a charitable receipt at the fair market value of an "in kind" donation, regardless of whether it is new product or used material.
Your donation to a charity will allow that agency to put more money into their programme.

Revenue Canada P113 Gifts and Income Tax

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8. What is "fair market value" (FMV)?

Revenue Canada defines FMV as "the highest price obtained for an item between a willing seller and a willing buyer in an unrestricted market. All Items, new or used, have a value and once valued for donation purposes, will qualify for a charitable receipt.

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9. Who appraises material?

In Kind Canada staff perform the majority of appraisals. In some cases, IKC obtains written appraisals from retailers or service providers more knowledgeable with certain product.

For most donations of $1,000 or less the appraisal will be done by the staff of In Kind Canada. All donations over $1,000 value are appraised by an independent appraiser.

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The need for new funding and resources to support Canadian charities has never been more crucial.

In Kind Canada has millions of dollars worth of material flowing through its virtual warehouse each year. Participation in the program will allow your organization to share in that wealth.

We guarantee to at least double the cost of your membership. In 1997 participating agencies received, on average, material worth $5,400! That was a return of at least TEN times the cost of their membership fees. And all agencies have unlimited access to materials. With our program there are no upper limits. Agencies could literally receive tens of thousands of dollars worth of material.

And there are other benefits. You can participate in affordable group health insurance, obtain discounts on travel. .

If yours questions have not been answered please contact us!





		Donor FAQ's What is a gift in kind? How does this program work? What kinds of items are suitable donations under this program? Is In Kind Canada a for-profit business? How long has In Kind Canada been in operation? Who should I contact at In Kind Canada? Who issues the receipt for income tax purposes? What is "fair market value" (FMV)? Who appraises material? *1. What is a gift in kind?* Gift in kind is the process whereby a donor gives something other than cash to a charity. Under prescribed conditions in the Income Tax Act, a gift in kind may qualify for an income tax receipt. For manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers, this is a viable addition to their capital support of charities. Go To Top 2. How does this program work? In Kind Canada, the only program of its kind in Canada, was been established to distribute donated goods and discounted services to other charities. Goods are donated by corporations, services are offered at a discounted rate, and are available to participating organizations of In Kind Canada. By redistributing donated material to charities, In Kind Canada and the participating business sector are allowing charities to spend more money on programs versus administration. In Kind Canada also negotiates with manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and service providers to secure volume discounts or special purchasing privileges for members. The combined effect of In Kind Canada's programs enables participating charities to increase their effectiveness, efficiency and financial viability of their operations and programs. Go To Top 3. What kinds of items are suitable donations under this program? New material such as slow moving inventory and ends of lines can all become gifts in kind. There are virtually no restrictions on the types of material that can be donated through In Kind Canada. For example, office furniture --- chairs, desks, filing cabinets; office equipment --- computers, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, stationery supplies, paper, hanging files, staples, computer diskettes; sporting equipment --- baseball gloves, golf clubs; kitchen equipment --- microwave ovens, refrigerators, pots, and so on. Used material can also be donated. Your surplus, if still in a good serviceable condition, could greatly help a charity. The following items are not taken: vehicles, food, livestock and pharmaceuticals. Virtually any non-perishable item in good working condition can be used by at least one of our many member charities. If in doubt, contact us. 4. Is In Kind Canada a for-profit business? In Kind Canada is a registered Public Foundation with Charitable status, and therefore is a non-profit organization. Go To Top *5. How long has In Kind Canada been in operation?* In Kind Canada was established in 1994. Go To Top 6. Who should I contact at In Kind Canada? Potential Donors should contact the Supervisor Program Services. Non-profit Organizations should contact the Program Services Department. Go To Top *7. Who issues tax receipts?* In Kind Canada issues the receipt for tax purposes. Donors are entitled to a charitable receipt at the fair market value of an "in kind" donation, regardless of whether it is new product or used material. Your donation to a charity will allow that agency to put more money into their programme. Revenue Canada P113 Gifts and Income Tax Go To Top 8. What is "fair market value" (FMV)? Revenue Canada defines FMV as "the highest price obtained for an item between a willing seller and a willing buyer in an unrestricted market. All Items, new or used, have a value and once valued for donation purposes, will qualify for a charitable receipt. Go To Top 9. Who appraises material? In Kind Canada staff perform the majority of appraisals. In some cases, IKC obtains written appraisals from retailers or service providers more knowledgeable with certain product. For most donations of $1,000 or less the appraisal will be done by the staff of In Kind Canada. All donations over $1,000 value are appraised by an independent appraiser. Go To Top The need for new funding and resources to support Canadian charities has never been more crucial. In Kind Canada has millions of dollars worth of material flowing through its virtual warehouse each year. Participation in the program will allow your organization to share in that wealth. We guarantee to at least double the cost of your membership. In 1997 participating agencies received, on average, material worth $5,400! That was a return of at least TEN times the cost of their membership fees. And all agencies have unlimited access to materials. With our program there are no upper limits. Agencies could literally receive tens of thousands of dollars worth of material. And there are other benefits. You can participate in affordable group health insurance, obtain discounts on travel. . If yours questions have not been answered please contact us! to our and This site is best viewed using Netscape or Internet Explorer 4x. All information, code and graphics are © In Kind Canada. All rights reserved.