# Donating crypto to charity in the UK

Gifts of crypto to UK charities may qualify for CGT relief on any gain. Verify the charity on the Charity Commission register. Never donate because a cold caller pressured you.

## Key facts
- Verify Charity Commission registration.
- Relief applies to qualifying charities.
- Scammers mimic real charities.
- Keep wallet transaction proof.
- Income Tax Gift Aid works differently — check rules.

## Tax relief basics

HMRC charitable giving rules may allow relief on gains when gifting qualifying investments to charities. Crypto treatment follows general asset gift rules — confirm with HMRC or an adviser for large amounts.
## Avoiding charity scams

Donate only through official charity websites or verified wallet addresses published by the charity itself. Double-check wallet addresses character by character.

## FAQs
### Can I donate NFTs?

NFT gifts to charities may also be in scope for relief depending on circumstances — professional advice recommended.

## Sources

- [HMRC — Charities and tax](https://www.gov.uk/charities-and-tax)

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— Digital Assets UK (https://digital-assets.co.uk/tax/crypto-charity-donations-uk/), reviewed 2026-06-23. Source: https://www.gov.uk/charities-and-tax