The world's first
top-up
donation card platform
Donate to those in need in seconds with just your mobile phone
Features
Tech-enabled
QR codes and modern tools make it easy to give.
Transparent
Funds can only be used at approved locations.
Empowerment
Support independence and dignity for recipients.
Secure
Bank-grade encryption for all donations.
Instant
Instant transfers ensure help is immediate.
Global
Designed for scalability across regions.
Trustable
No ATM withdrawals
How does it work?
Step 1
❤️ Donation Process
Scan the QR code, tap with contactless or manually enter details to add funds
Making a donation is fast, secure, and flexible. Choose to scan a recipients HelpCard QR code, tap with contactless, or manually enter their card number. Your funds are instantly transferred and can only be spent on essentials at approved locations.
Step 2
⚡ Instant transfer
Funds are instantly transferred to the card
Donations are delivered in real time to the recipient’s HelpCard. There's no delay — funds are immediately available for use at approved locations, ensuring timely support when it’s needed most.
Step 3
🎁 Earn Rewards!
Donate more to unlock rewards
As a thank you for your generosity, donors unlock exclusive rewards after hitting donation milestones. These could include discounts from partner businesses or recognition within the app’s donor community.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
HelpCard was founded by Attila Cankan while at university. The startup is independent, B corp certified with funding from various charities and ethical VCs.
HelpCard works as a standard tap-and-pay card at approved retailers. Guidance is provided to discourage the purchase of undesirable goods, and the card is restricted to in-store use only. ATM withdrawals are not permitted to help protect the intended use of funds.
We currently take a small percentage from each donation to maintain the service. We hope to remove this fee once additional funding becomes available.
We generate revenue through a small fee taken from donations, partnerships with retailers and through in-app advertising.
Rewards are offered based on donation milestones, ranging from retailer vouchers and complimentary coffees to exclusive tickets for popular entertainment events.
HelpCards are distributed in collaboration with trusted, frontline charities who work directly with vulnerable communities. This ensures donations reach those who genuinely need support. Our platform remains fully donor-controlled, giving you the freedom to decide if, when, and how much you want to give.
Contact Us
We're an early-stage startup on a mission to make giving more impactful. Whether you're a potential partner, supporter, developer, or just someone with a great idea — we'd love to hear from you.
