Donate Your Bing Rewards

Turn your everyday searches into charitable donations. Every point you give supports AI for national security, public sector adoption, and STEM education.

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Tax-Deductible
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How to Donate Bing Rewards to SNI

It takes about 60 seconds โ€” here's exactly what to do

Step 1

Go to the Bing Rewards Dashboard

Sign in with your Microsoft account at:

๐Ÿ‘‰ rewards.bing.com/redeem/ai/donate (goes straight to the donate page)

Or start from the main dashboard: rewards.bing.com. If you don't have a Bing Rewards account yet, you can sign up free โ€” you'll earn points just by searching with Bing.

Step 2

Navigate to the Donate Section

From your Rewards dashboard:

  • Click "Redeem" in the top navigation
  • Select "Donate" from the categories on the left side
  • Or search for "donate" in the rewards search box
Step 3

Find Stellar Nexus Institute

Search for our nonprofit in the charity list:

  • Type "Stellar Nexus Institute" in the search box
  • Look for our name and EIN: 42-2841879
  • We're registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit through Benevity
โœ… SNI is already listed! If you don't see us, try searching by EIN 42-2841879. If you still can't find us, email info@stellarnexus.institute and we'll help.
Step 4

Choose Your Donation Amount

Select how many points to donate โ€” amounts vary by current offers:

  • 100 points โ†’ small donation (varies)
  • 1,000 points โ†’ ~$1 donation
  • 5,000 points โ†’ ~$5 donation
  • 10,000 points โ†’ ~$10 donation
  • Higher tiers may be available depending on your points balance and current offers
๐Ÿ“Š Point values and available tiers change periodically. Check the current exchange rates on the Rewards donate page when you give. Gold-level members earn roughly 200-300 points per day through daily searches, quizzes, and activities.
Step 5

Confirm Your Donation & Enable Auto-Send

Click "Confirm" to complete your donation. You'll also see an option to "Auto-send" โ€” enable it to automatically donate your points to SNI on a recurring basis. Microsoft will:

  • Convert your points to a cash donation at fair market value
  • Send the funds directly to Stellar Nexus Institute
  • Provide you with a confirmation email for your records
  • Auto-send: If enabled, automatically donate your accumulated points to the same charity each month

โญ Tax Information

Bing Rewards donations are 100% tax-deductible. Because you're donating points through Microsoft Rewards, the cash equivalent is donated to a donor-advised fund at Benevity's Online Giving Foundation (OGF), which then grants it to SNI. Your Microsoft confirmation email serves as your tax receipt โ€” keep it for your records. SNI does not issue separate acknowledgment letters for Bing Rewards donations because the tax receipt comes from Microsoft/Benevity.

EIN: 42-2841879 ยท Stellar Nexus Institute ยท Nonprofit Corporation

๐Ÿ’ก Tips to Earn More Points

  • Daily searches: Earn 5 points per search, up to 150 points/day on desktop (100 on mobile)
  • Daily set: Complete the 3 daily activities for 30-45 bonus points
  • Explore on Bing: Click through the "Explore" cards for 5-20 points each
  • Quizzes & polls: Short quizzes earn 10-40 points
  • Weekly streaks: Maintain a daily search streak for bonus points
  • Referrals: Invite friends for 200 points each (up to 5,000 max)

At Gold level with daily searching, you can realistically earn enough points for regular donations โ€” every search adds up to support our mission at zero cost to you.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Why Your Donation Matters

Stellar Nexus Institute serves communities the market doesn't serve โ€” small military staffs, underfunded school districts, rural governments, and nonprofit organizations. Your Bing Rewards donations directly fund:

  • AI tools for national security โ€” Human-AI teaming research for operational environments
  • Public sector AI adoption โ€” Infrastructure for organizations under personnel ceilings
  • STEM education โ€” Hands-on learning and open-source tools for the next generation

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Bing Rewards donation tax-deductible?

Yes. When you donate Microsoft Rewards points, the cash value is donated through Benevity's Online Giving Foundation (OGF) to SNI. Your Microsoft confirmation email is your tax receipt โ€” keep it for your records. SNI does not issue separate acknowledgment letters for Bing Rewards donations because the receipt comes from Microsoft/Benevity.

How much are my points worth?

Microsoft offers different point tiers for donation โ€” the most common starting tier is 100 points. The cash value varies by tier and current offers. Check the current exchange rates on your Rewards dashboard when you donate.

I can't find Stellar Nexus Institute in the charity list.

SNI is registered through Benevity and should appear in the Microsoft Rewards charity list. Try searching by our EIN: 42-2841879. If you still can't find us, email info@stellarnexus.institute and we'll help. In the meantime, you can always donate directly on our website.

Can I set up automatic monthly donations?

Yes! When you make a donation on the Bing Rewards page, there's an "Auto-send" option that automatically donates your points to the same charity on a recurring basis. Enable it once and your points will be donated automatically each month โ€” no reminders needed. You can turn it off anytime from your Rewards dashboard.

How do I sign up for Bing Rewards?

Visit rewards.bing.com and sign in with any Microsoft account (Outlook, Hotmail, Xbox Live, etc.). It's free, and you'll start earning points immediately by searching with Bing.

Will I get a receipt for my donation?

Yes โ€” Microsoft sends you a confirmation email when you donate points. This email is your tax receipt. Keep it for your records. Since Bing Rewards donations go through Benevity's Online Giving Foundation (OGF), the receipt from Microsoft serves as your documentation โ€” SNI does not issue separate acknowledgment letters for these donations.

Ready to Donate?

Open your Bing Rewards dashboard and search for Stellar Nexus Institute.