Community-powered giving

Real needs.
Real help.

OnlyGives is where people post real, everyday needs — groceries, rent, medical bills, transportation — and neighbors step up to help, directly.

Direct giving. Clear fees. No surprises.

How OnlyGives works

A simple, direct way to ask for help — or to be the help someone is waiting for.

Post a real need

Share what you're facing — groceries, rent, a medical bill, a bus pass. Add a photo and your story.

Help directly

Browse real needs nearby and give through Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal — the money goes person to person.

Clear fees, no surprises

Direct giving with transparent, upfront fees — so you always know exactly where your money goes.

IRS-Recognized Nonprofit

501(c)(3) Public Charity

Only Gives Foundation is officially recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity. Donations to Only Gives Foundation are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Organization Only Gives Foundation
Public Charity Status 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
Effective Date of Exemption May 5, 2026
Contributions Deductible ✓ Yes

Be the help someone's waiting for.

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