What is Payroll Giving?

The Easiest Way to Give Back

Payroll giving is a simple, tax-efficient way for employees to donate to charities directly from their salary. Instead of one-time donations, payroll giving allows for consistent contributions that make a long-term impact.

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How Does Payroll Giving Work?

  1. Employees Choose a Charity – Select the causes that matter most.

  2. Donations are Deducted Pre-Tax – Contributions come straight from your paycheck before tax, maximizing impact.

  3. Funds Go Directly to Charities – No middlemen, just seamless giving.

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Why Payroll Giving Matters

  • Tax Benefits – Donations are deducted before tax, making it cost-effective.

  • Effortless & Automated – Once set up, giving is seamless.

  • Stronger Community Impact – Small, regular contributions create lasting change.

Payroll Giving with ActNation

At ActNation, we make payroll giving seamless by integrating it into our CompanyWallet and PersonalWallet system:

  • CompanyWallet – Employers can match employee donations or contribute directly to company-wide causes.

  • PersonalWallet – Employees donate effortlessly from their salary, choosing their preferred charities.

“Example: Emma, an employee at a company using ActNation, donates 200 DKK each month to an environmental charity. Since donations are deducted pre-tax, she maximizes her contribution while lowering her taxable income. Meanwhile, her employer matches her donation through the Company Wallet, doubling the impact.”

Tax Limits in Denmark

In Denmark, payroll donations are tax-deductible up to 17,700 DKK per year (2024 limit). Employees can claim tax benefits if the charity is approved by the Danish tax authorities. (More info here)

Benefits for Companies & Employees

  • For Companies: Enhance corporate social responsibility (CSR), boost employee engagement, and support meaningful causes effortlessly.

  • For Employees: Support charities without extra effort, maximize tax benefits, and feel more connected to social good.

Why Companies Should Offer Payroll Giving

  • Boost Employee Satisfaction – Employees value purpose-driven workplaces.

  • Improve Brand Reputation – Businesses seen as socially responsible attract talent and customers.

  • Increase Impact Without Extra Cost – Giving is employee-led, making it cost-efficient.

Get Started with Payroll Giving

Payroll giving is a win-win for businesses, employees, and charities. Whether you’re a company looking to implement it or an employee ready to contribute, ActNation makes it easy.

Make giving part of your workplace today!