If you have made any donations through Facebook, you can easily view a record of those donations through your Facebook account. Facebook makes it simple to track and manage any donations you have made.
Viewing Your Facebook Donations
To view your donation history on Facebook:
- Go to Facebook.com and log into your account
- Click on the down arrow in the top right corner and select “Settings”
- On the left side menu, click on “Payments”
This will bring you to your Payments settings page. Here you will see a list of any donations you have made through Facebook as well as payments you’ve sent or received.
Donations Column
In the Donations column, you will see:
- The name of the nonprofit organization or fundraiser you donated to
- The date you made the donation
- The amount you donated
If you click on the organization or fundraiser name, it will show additional details about that donation including the specific campaign or fundraiser it was for.
Download Your Donation History
You can also download your full donation history by clicking “Download your information” at the top of the page. This will download a file containing your donation details that you can save or print.
Where Else Can I See My Donations?
In addition to Facebook, you may be able to view records of donations through:
Your Email Receipts
When you make an online donation, most organizations will email you a donation receipt. Search your inbox for emails from the organizations you donated to.
Your Credit Card Statements
Donations made with a credit card will show up on your monthly card statements. The name of the nonprofit will be listed along with the donation amount.
Your Bank Account Statements
For donations made by debit card, bank transfer, or check, look for the transactions on your bank account statements.
Your PayPal History
If you donated through PayPal, you can log into your PayPal account and view your full donation history there.
Your Google Pay History
For donations made via Google Pay, check your transaction history in the Google Pay app or at pay.google.com.
The Nonprofit Organization
Contact the nonprofit you donated to directly. Most organizations keep records of donations and can look up your gift history if you provide some information like your name and email address.
Tracking Tax-Deductible Donations
One of the key reasons to keep records of your donations is for tax purposes. Charitable contributions are tax deductible, so being able to itemize your donations can help reduce your tax bill each year.
Here are some tips for tracking tax-deductible donations:
- Ask for receipts from the charity to document your donation amount.
- Take notes on donations you make including date, amount, and organization.
- Keep donation receipts together in a safe place for tax time.
- Consult a tax professional to learn how to properly claim deductions.
Use a donations tracking table like the one below to organize your records:
| Date | Organization | Amount | Method | Receipt? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2022 | Animal Rescue Foundation | $25 | Facebook Donate Button | Yes |
| 5/15/2022 | Habitat for Humanity | $50 | PayPal | Yes |
| 8/21/2022 | National Cancer Coalition | $100 | Check | No |
Other Facebook Donation Features
In addition to one-time donations, Facebook provides other ways to support causes and raise money:
Fundraisers
You can set up a fundraiser through your Facebook account and invite friends to contribute to a cause you care about.
Facebook Live Donations
Nonprofits can receive donations in real time during Facebook Live videos.
Facebook Birthday Donations
Encourage friends to make charitable donations to an organization you selected instead of gifts for your birthday.
Facebook Giving Tuesday Campaign
Every year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Facebook partners with nonprofits for #GivingTuesday campaigns.
Donate Button for Nonprofits
Charitable organizations can add a Donate button to their Facebook Page, allowing supporters to donate directly.
Personal Fundraising
Set up a personal fundraiser for events like runs, walks, bike races, or climbing expeditions to benefit a cause.
The Benefits of Donating Through Facebook
There are several advantages to managing and making donations through Facebook:
- Convenient – Make secure donations instantly without leaving Facebook
- Accessible – Support any charity or personal fundraiser active on Facebook
- Transparent – Donation news feed stories show your friends you care
- Centralized – View all your giving history in one place
- Powerful – Leverage your social network to raise more
- Mobile – Donate on-the-go from the Facebook app
- Tax Deductible* – Potentially claim deductible charitable contributions
* Consult an accountant to confirm tax deductibility.
Conclusion
Facebook provides a user-friendly platform to make one-time or recurring donations to nonprofits and personal fundraisers. You can easily view and manage your Facebook donation history through your Payments settings. Records of donations made via Facebook appear alongside your other online donations and transactions. Tracking your charitable giving is recommended for tax purposes and to better understand the impact of your support. Facebook will continue to evolve and improve its donation capabilities over time.