Although most people have compassion for various causes, it can be a chore to actually help those causes in more concrete ways; this is where theses examples of gamified giving come into play (literally and figuratively). They are fun platforms that make the exercise of active generosity more fun and engaging, so that people are compelled to donate money or time because they want to, not because they should.
As the ice bucket challenge shows, gamified giving provides an activity to get behind that spurs on the passion for a specific group or cause. It is this level of interaction that makes gamified giving so much more effective than appeals to the heart through traditional ad campaigns.
26 Gamified Giving Examples
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Endangered Virtual Pet Games
Pets Endangered Species Lets You Take Care of Disappearing Animals
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Ethical Decision-Making Apps
'Oroeco' Links Your Life to the World in Order to Make a Choice
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Educational-Promoting Block Games
The Stacking Veggie Game Puts a Brainy and Healthy Spin on Jenga
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Gamified Eco Apps
The Oroeco App and Climate Change Game Gets You to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
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Dieting Donation Apps
FoodTweeks' App Helps You Cut Out Calories and Feed the Hungry
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Green Living Networks
The eEcosphere App Grows an Eco Community and Increases Accountability
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Recycling-Run Arcade Ads
Coca-Cola's Eco-Friendly Happiness Arcade Game is Plastic Bottle-Powered
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Car Pool Dating Services
Carpooling.com Brings Together Commuters in Europe to Lower CO2
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Hunger-Fighting Apps
Hunger Crunch's Charity Game Staves Off Fictive & Real World Hunger
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Tree Planting Initiaves
Forest Nation Offers Commercial Solutions to Companies in Sustainable Need
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Socially Aware Video Games
The Migrant Trail Ponders the Risks of the Sonoran Desert
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Social Good Entertainment
Global Good Games Aims to Shift the Video Gaming Paradigm
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Gamefied Sustainable Living Apps
Practically Green Provides Simple and Personalized Green Tips
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Kid-Friendly Crowdfunding Platforms
'Piggybackr' Teaches Youth the Power of Crowdfunding
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Gaming for Mental Health
The SPARX 3D Fantasy Game Helps Players Cope with Depression
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Dystopian Socio-Political Puzzles
'Papers, Please' Considers the Hard Work of Immigration Officers
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Social Good-Measuring Apps
The 'Handprint' App Measures How Much You're Doing to Heal the Planet
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Charitable Browser-Based Gaming
GoodGames Lets You Donate to Charity as You Play Games Online
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Socially Dedicated Diversions
Good World Games Aims to Make a Difference Giving Through Fun
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Ethical Virtual Goods
The PlayMob 'GiverBoard' Lets Gamers Fundraise for Real Causes
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Social Good Photo Apps
FoodShareFilter is an Instagram Supported Filter That Profits an NGO
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Gamified Donation Platforms
The 'Repair the Rockaways' Site Uses a Game to Encourage Donations
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Heartbreaking Crane Games
This Claw Vending Machine Delivers a Message About the Homeless
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Charitable Village-Building Games
WeTopia Turns In-Game Item Purchases into Real-World Donations
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Queer Combat Games
This Gay Video Game Pays Tribute to Old Absurd Stereotypes
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Global Strategy Video Games
Red Redemption Ensures Gamers a Socially Conscious Experience
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AI-Driven Video Generation Platforms
Cadbury Launches the a Cheer for Every Volunteer Campaign
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Approachable Mental Health Sessions
The Talk Squad Provides Supports Gamers' Mental Health
Humorous Payment Campaigns
Paypal's Latest Campaign Features Actor Will Ferrell
Empathetic AI-Powered Journal Apps
The 'empaithy' App Supports Mental Health Exploration
Emotion-Regulating Mobile Apps
Feeling Great is a New Therapy App by Psychiatrist Dr. David Burns
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Metaverse Music Festivals
A First-of-Its-Kind Kids Relief Music Festival is Taking Place on Roblox
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Hydrating Outdoor Billboards
Gatorade's BPM Pay Panels Replenish Urban Athletees on the Go
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Performance-Driven Health Gadget Lines
Kineon Debuts Heal+ & Calm+ in a New Crowdfunding Campaign
Esports Mental Health Apparel
Team Vitality Debuts the KARE Merch Capsule to Support Mental Health
Heartfelt Christmas Campaigns
John Lewis Presents the Festive Gifting House Campaign
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Hands-Free Driving Campaigns
Ford UK's Social Campaign Shares Merch for the "Passenger Princess"
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Gamified Virtual Fitness Apps
GymPet Transforms Workouts Like an Interactive Game
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
In-Game Advertising Services
StackAdapt Offers Engaging Game Advertising for its Clients
AI-Generated Cancer Exhibitions
Gallery of Hope Uses AI to Picture Patients' Future Memories
Interactive Beer Giveaways
Dos Equis and Drew Brees Offer Free Beers Tied to Football Strategies
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Athlete-Specific Mental Fitness Initiatives
alphabeats Has Teamed Up with Nationsbest Football
Gamified Kindness Challenges
e.l.f. x Beekman 1802 on Roblox Kicked Off on World Kindness Day
Gamified Workout Apps
'Workout Quest' Merges Workout Data with AI and Technology
Anti-Doomscrolling Robots
NABS & Amplify Created the DoomScroller for World Mental Health Day
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
AI-Powered Wellness Companions
Guin Represents a Step Forward in Tech-Fueled Mental Health Care
Gamified Education Platforms
Trust Wallet Has Introduced a New Feature Called Trust Wallet Quests
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps
The Smart 5min x Suika Game is Entertaining and Beneficial
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Stress Relief Communities
Feel So Joy Offers Space For Users Can Connect with Like-Minded People
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Gen Z Motivational Apps
The Etherea App is Driven by Motivators and Sustainable Actions
Sports-Centric Digital Collectibles Platform
Sweet Took Part in the Launch of NHL Breakaway
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Gamified Yogurt Tube Campaigns
The Frubes Freeze ‘Em Campaign Includes a New Online Game
Resilient Play Platforms
Hot Wheels' Challenge Accepted Fosters a Growth Mindset in Kids
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Digitized Life Goal Apps
Buckit Breaks Down Life Aspirations Into Achievable Goals
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Music-Based Fitness Apps
Feed.fm Highlights the Significant Role Music Plays for Fitness Apps
Empathy-Building Anxiety Simulators
This Tool Let's You Practice Talking to Someone with Anxiety
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
AI Financial Education Games
Go Boldly Empowers Players with Financial Tools and Tips
Family Organizational Apps
FamHive Incentivizes Family Chores and Organization
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Simple Creator Support Platforms
Buy Me a Beer Online Lets Creators Receive Support Via Payments
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Prescriptive Mental Health Posters
Parkrun Encourages Movement on World Mental Health Day
3D-Printed Gamer Gummies
Nourished's Gummies for Gamers Support the Eyes & Energy Levels
Science-Based Habit Apps
Addicted-Habits Provides Invaluable Support to Help Users Achieve Goals
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Gamified Budgeting Apps
Bread Budgeting Makes Budgeting Fun By Integrating Challenges
AI Social Media Generators
Snowball FATG Can Help Create Viral Social Moments in Seconds
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Male-Targeted Emotional-Wellness Initiatives
Movemeber's Latest Grant Focuses on Indigenous Men
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Interactive Choice Wheels
Pick The Wheel Gamifies Decision Making While Making it Engaging
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Campaigns
Gatorade Has Partnered with Renowned Soccer Icons
Upgraded Crowdfunding Platforms
Kickstarter Now Allows Users to Pledge for a Campaign Late
Gamified Children's Productivity Apps
Kangaroutine Helps Kids Who Struggle with Routines
Gamified Office Worker Exercises
Crouch Beat Encourages Workers to Get Up and Moving
Interactive Educational Platforms
Nealfun.pro Offers Fun and Engaging Web Experiences for All
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Connective Men's Wellness Apps
'Find a Men's Group' Helps Men Seeking Community and Support
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
AI Accountability Companions
Tomo Cafe Gamifies Study and Work with a Friendly Anime Face
Immersive Fighting Math Games
Karate Math Dojo Combines Fighting with Learning
Prolonged Activism Campaigns
Oxfam's Stay In The Fight Encourages Lasting Social Influences
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Effective Productivity Strategies
64Hacks Takes a Community-Driven Approach to Streamline Workflow
Daily Motivational Quotes
QuoteBuzz Uplifts with Positive Reinforcement Aligned to Their Goals
AI Habit Coaches
Habitomic Uses Empathetic AI Coaches to Help Users Reach Their Goals
Gamified AI Productivity Tools
BeeDone Offers Personalized Feedback to Improve Goal Setting
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Compassionate AI Voice Projects
The Euforia Project Helps People Through Emotional Turmoil
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Gamified Spelling Bee Preparation
RoBee Helps Spellers Master Challenging Words for Competition
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Connective Sports Apps
Acti Forges Connections Between Like-Minded Sports Lovers
Holistic Mental Health Initiatives
Gymnation Partners with The Lighthouse Arabia
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Gamified Task Management
MyTasking Gamifies Daily Tasks with AI Guidance for Enhanced Productivity
Fitness Studio Gamification Tools
Xplor Mariana Tek Enhances Member Motivation & Engagement
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Eco-Focused Esports Initiatives
GameSquare and Mastercard Tackle Deforestation with a New Game
Engaging Grammar Games
Grake, the Grammar Snake is Available in Four Languages
Competitive Math Games
Relay Lets Friends Compete Against One Another in Mental Math Challenges
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
Gamified Reading Habit Builders
BookSlice is a Gamified Book Reader with Goal-Setting and AI Help
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
City-Wide Food Drive Events
VGTNYC Supports City Harvest Through a Food Drive Event
Personalized AI Gift Recommender
Gift Recommender Simplifies Gift-Giving by Analyzing Details
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Charitable E-Bike Initiatives
Lectric Bikes Partnered with Mr. Beast to Give Away 600 Bikes
Blood Center Campaigns
Markham Yard Releases the Blood Center Campaign to Inspire Donations
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Community Challenge Platforms
Nas.io Let's Anyone Create and Manage Their Own Online Challenges
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Game-Specific Adaptive Music
PlusMusic Enhances Gaming Immersion with Personalized Music
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Data-Based Task Prioritizers
Whenable Takes a Data-Driven Approach to Organizing Life
Gamified Productivity Boosters
Focus Dash Uses Rewards and Fun to Help You Stay on Track
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Experiential Workplace Rewards
Bondly Has Over 300 Experiences for Employers to Reward the Team
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
Gamified Personal Goal Platforms
GoalQuest Transforms Goal-Setting into an Adventure
Team-Based Wellness Challenges
Bright Break Enhances the Well-Being of Remote and Hybrid Employees
Adorable Goal-Setting Apps
CanGoal Keeps Users Engaged With Cute Characters