How to Track Your Amazon Smile Donations: A Comprehensive Guide

Many individuals wonder how much of their purchase dollars result in charity donations through Amazon Smile. Fortunately, Amazon has made it fairly straightforward for users to track their contributions. Whether you're a frequent user or a newbie, this guide will help you understand the process and where to find your donation information.

Steps to Track Your Amazon Smile Donations

Here are the steps to follow if you want to see how much your purchases on Amazon have generated for your selected charity:

Go to Amazon Smile: Visit Sign In: Log in to your Amazon account. Access Account Settings: Click on "Account Lists" in the upper right corner then select "Your Amazon Smile." View Donation History: On the Amazon Smile page, you will see your total donation amount generated for your selected charity. This page will show you how much your purchases have contributed since you started using Amazon Smile.

It is important to note that it may take some time for the donated amount to update as AmazonSmile only donates once a quarter.

Further Exploration

If you have tried the steps mentioned above but still can't find the link to view your total contribution, there are a few alternative methods you can try:

Personal AmazonSmile Details: Once you are logged into your Amazon account, go to the page where your personal AmazonSmile details are displayed (usually under "Account Lists"). The charity and the amount you have generated since activating the Amazon Smile donation will be available here. Locate "Your AmazonSmile" Option: When you're logged into Amazon, look on the right side of the black menu bar across the top. Hover over "Hello [your name] Account Lists" then in the right column of the drop-down click on "Your Amazon Smile." You'll see your orders, what donation you've generated for your charity, and how much your charity has collected overall from Amazon Smile. AmazonSmile Impact: When you hover over the name of the charity you support in the heading, a box displays that includes a link for Your AmazonSmile Impact. Clicking this link will take you to a page where you can see the details of your contributions and the amount your charity has received overall.

Amazon Smile Donation Process Explained

As explained by Amazon's support team, the AmazonSmile Foundation donates 0.5% of the purchase price from eligible AmazonSmile purchases. The purchase price is the amount paid for the item minus any rebates and excluding shipping, handling, gift-wrapping fees, taxes, or service charges. Special promotions and limitations may apply from time to time.

Unfortunately, at this current point, Amazon does not provide a feature to track the total donations for specific users. The donation rate can be low, especially when compared to what Amazon affiliates earn from their activities. However, the good news is that any contributions add up and support important charitable causes.

By following these steps, you can stay informed and involved in the charitable efforts of your purchases on Amazon. If you have additional questions or need further assistance, Amazon Smile’s support team is always available to help.