UK for UNHCR virtual gifts shop FAQs
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What is the UK for UNHCR virtual gifts shop?
Shopping on UK for UNHCR’s online store helps provide vital aid to families forced to flee. By purchasing an item, you'll make a charitable donation to UK for UNHCR that will mean people forced to flee can build a better future. Your donation won't just be limited to purchasing the specific item you choose, it will provide funds wherever help is needed most.
How does UK for UNHCR virtual gifts shop work?
Visit shop.unrefugees.org.uk to browse the website, then choose what you’d like to add to your cart by clicking ‘Add to cart’. When you’re ready, click the checkout icon on the top right of the page and you’ll be redirected to make a payment.
Where does the money go?
The items on UK for UNHCR online shop are representative of the essentials refugees and displaced people need to survive: shelter, food, water, healthcare and protection. We’ve chosen a range of items to show that any donation, no matter how big or how small, can make a world of difference. When you make a purchase, your donation won't be restricted to the specific items you choose, it will support all areas of UK for UNHCR's work where help is needed most.
How much is postage and packing?
All the items on UK for UNHCR online store are virtual products. So there are no postage and package costs.
How long will delivery take?
You should receive confirmation of your donation within 15 minutes of making a payment, so keep an eye on your inbox.
Is there a brochure I can order to browse the items?
We don’t offer a physical brochure, but you can browse our website to find the items you’d like to buy.
My connection to the website keeps timing out, what should I do?
Try refreshing your page or clearing your browser cache. If the problem persists, please contact us and our team will be able to help.
Is your website safe and secure?
Absolutely! Our online store runs on Shopify, which is an online payment system that has a 256-bit Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate that encrypts all the traffic flowing between users and the online store. Shopify is also PCI DSS Level 1 compliant, which is the highest level of security standards that a payment merchant can reach.
How will you use my personal data?
We only use your data to process your payment and send updates. We’ll never share it without your permission. If you'd like to know more, you can read our Privacy Policy here.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept several major credit and debit cards and Apple Pay for your convenience.
How do I cancel or change my order, or can I request a refund?
If you’ve purchased a virtual gift but you’d like to cancel it, you can get in touch with our Supporter Care team via email or phone. Visit our contact page for details.
Do you offer discounts or promotions?
As your purchase via UK for UNHCR’s counts as a charitable donation, we're unable to offer discounts. However, if you're looking for a lower cost gift, from time to time we introduce new virtual gifts to the store at different prices. So please check back regularly to see if something new has been added that might be what you're looking for.
Do I need to create a Shopify account to place an order?
No, you can checkout as a guest. But creating a Shopify account will make it easier to track your orders in the future.
I've got a question about my purchase, how do I contact your customer care team?
You can reach our Supporter Care team via email or phone. Visit our contact page for details.
How do I subscribe to your newsletter or mailing list?
Simply head to our newsletter sign up page and enter your email address to join our mailing list and get the latest updates.