Donating is one of the most powerful ways to show solidarity and social responsibility. In today’s fast-paced, digital world, even small gestures can have a big impact – especially when supported by modern and accessible solutions.
If you’ve ever wondered how to make a donation simply and securely, this article will give you the answers you need.

Why donate: The power of a small act with a big impact

Donations support humanitarian causes, hospitals, NGOs, and emergency interventions. No matter the amount, the gesture itself matters. Whether you choose to support:

• Emergency services, such as the SMURD Foundation
• Major healthcare projects, like those developed by the Dăruiește Viață Association
• Social and educational causes, such as the Filantropia Ortodoxă Huși Association

…you’ll be contributing to improving the lives of people in need.

More and more people are now choosing to integrate donations into their monthly routines — just like paying bills or topping up subscriptions. It’s a responsible, accessible, and meaningful act.

Where to donate: simple and modern methods

Today, you can donate in several ways:

• Online, directly on NGO websites
• Via bank transfer (one-time or recurring donations)
• Through SMS, for causes that support this option
• Or via SelfPay Payment Stations, a fast, accessible method available in over 12,000 locations nationwide – such as shops, gas stations, malls, and public institutions

Why choose a SelfPay Payment Station?

✔️ Easy to find near you
✔️ No account or app needed
✔️ Pay with cash or card
✔️ The process takes only a few minutes

How to donate via a SelfPay Payment Station – simple steps

If you want to support a cause or an organization available at the SelfPay Payment Station, follow these steps:

🔹 Step 1: Select the “Other Services” category
This section includes various services, including „Donations”.

🔹 Step 2: Tap “Donations”
You’ll see logos for organizations such as:

• SMURD Foundation
• Dăruiește Viață Association
• Filantropia Ortodoxă Huși Association

Choose the organization you want to support.

🔹 Step 3: Enter the amount (minimum 1 leu)
You can donate any amount starting from just 1 leu. Every contribution counts, no matter the size.

🔹 Step 4: Choose your payment method
You have three options:

• Cash (insert the banknotes into the designated slot at the Payment Station)
• Card (contactless or by inserting the card into the POS terminal)
• SelfPay voucher (if you previously made a payment at a SelfPay Station and received a value voucher)

🔹 Step 5: Confirm and finalize the transaction
After selecting the amount and payment method, press “Finish”. The Payment Station will immediately issue your receipt.

Organizations you can support via SelfPay Payment Stations

Some of the organizations available for donations include:

• The SMURD Foundation – supports the development of the integrated medical and technical emergency and first aid system.

• The “Dăruiește Viață” Association – known for building the first pediatric oncology hospital in Romania, as well as for other projects aimed at modernizing the healthcare system.
• The “Filantropia Ortodoxă Huși” Association – operates in the field of community social services, with the goal of developing territorial communities.

A small gesture with great value

Donations don’t have to be complicated. With technology and modern payment solutions like SelfPay Payment Stations, you can make a positive impact in less than a minute. When it’s simple, safe, and accessible, there’s no reason to postpone it.

Whether you make a spontaneous donation or choose to support a cause regularly, every act of generosity helps build a better society. And yes – you can be the change you want to see.

Ready to donate?

Find the nearest SelfPay Station here, follow the steps above, and choose the organization you want to support.