The all-new eBay for Charity site launch

May 22, 2008

This post was written in May 2008; specific information contained within it may be out of date.

eBay for Charity are in the process of a total revamp with behind the scenes improvements and a brand new charity site.

The new site is a mini eBay just for charity items, with new tabs for shopping, selling and information specifically for the Charities themselves. Plenty of charity auctions are highlighted on the site including currently Rubens Barichello F1 Race Helmet which is the most expensive charity item currently on eBay.

I’d encourage all professional eBay sellers to visit the eBay for Charity Business page. Greater visibilty for your items translates into higher profits and even donating a small percentage to charity makes a big difference. Plus it’s not only great advertising, but can be offset against your profits for the year so may result in you paying less tax.

The selling process on eBay for charity has been simplified, and there’s no longer a requirement to register seperately with Missionfish. All of your charity selling activity can be handled within My ebay along with your non-charity sales.

So far eBay users in the UK have raised over £5 million for good causes through eBay for Charity. Whether you are selling or buying have a browse at the new site - it goes fully functional on Friday this week when you’ll be able to start listings items for sale to benefit your favourite Charity.

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Site Changes, eBay.co.uk | 3 Comments