Send a Charity eCard

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eCards that help create real change

The housing emergency has driven countless families into poverty and homelessness. Shelter and Shelter Scotland support millions of these families each year, but only with your help.

Celebrate special occasions with a paper-free charity eCard, delivered at a time of your choosing. Every eCard sent helps towards ending homelessness.

How to send an eCard

  • 1. Choose an eCard

    Select from our range of colourful designs

  • 2. Select recipients

    Send to one person or multiple people

  • 3. Add donation and message

    Add your donation and write your message

  • 4. Schedule and checkout

    Schedule send date, add to basket and checkout

Birthday eCards

  • An illustration of a pink birthday cake with candles and pink icing on a green plate. There is animated text on top of the cake which reads 'Happy Birthday.'

    Birthday Cake eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. White text on a green background which reads 'Happy Birthday.' There is an animation of colourful flowers that frame the text and a little yellow bird flies in and perches on the H in Birthday.

    Birthday Flowers eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Bold upper case typography card with HAPPY BIRTHDAY in orange, yellow, green and blue on a dark teal green background.

    Birthday Wishes eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • A colourful illustration of a pink cheetah wearing heart shaped sunglasses and wearing a party hat. The text reads 'Happy Birthday Cool Cat.'

    Cool Cat Birthday eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
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Valentine's Day eCards

  • Illustration of plant with a heart shaped flower - inside it is text which reads 'Home is where I'm with you' A man is watering the plant with a watering can and a women is pruning it's leaves.

    Home With You Valentine's eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A bright pink background with an animation of two illustrated cats - one blue and one white. They have flowers on their heads and love hearts above. There is text that appears in semi circle above the image which reads 'I love you fur-ever.'

    Love You Fur-Ever Valentine's eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A photograph of two Emperor penguins with love hearts surrounding them. Animated text reads You're my one in a million.'

    One in a Million Valentine's eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A bright pink background that fills with red hearts and white text in the centre which reads 'To the one I love.'

    The One I Love Valentine's eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
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Mother's Day eCards

  • An illustration of three generations of women embracing. There is a heart above, in which is the text 'Happy Mother's Day'

    Happy Mother's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Colourful illustrated image of bright pink flowers with yellow centres and green foliage on a baby pink background.

    Mother's Day Flowers eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. An illustration of a polka dot watering can filled with colourful flowers that move back and forth. There is a tag on the can with animated text which reads 'No. 1 Mum'

    No.1 Mum Mother's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A cheetah and cub are snoozing on a branch. There is animated foliage around them and the text which reads 'Super Mum.'

    Super Mum Mother's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
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Father's Day eCards

  • Animated image. An old style racing car illustration zooms into frame with the text above which says 'Dad, you're a classic'

    A True Classic Father's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • An illustration of a family with two dads and two children standing in a garden with a blue sky. The text reads 'To the best Dads in the world'

    Best Dads Father's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. 'Cheers to the best Dad' in orange text which appears in a beer glass shape with a fluffy animated beer head on the top.

    Cheers Dad Father's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • A photo of a man with grey hair and a beard relaxing on a rubber ring floating in blue-green tropical waters. The text next to him reads 'Coolest Dad Ever'

    Coolest Dad Father's Day eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
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Christmas eCards

  • An illustration of 8 different styles of Christmas trees in a row. The text below reads 'Season's Greetings.'

    Season's Greetings eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • White dove design on a blue background with gold stars and 'Peace on Earth' in light pink text.

    Peace on Earth eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A photo of four sparrows on a branch wearing santa hats. There is animated snow falling and animated text which reads ' We wish you a Merry Christmas.'

    Merry Christmas eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A ginger cat is clinging onto a Christmas tree that is falling over. There are baubles falling off and smashing on the floor. The text below reads 'Meowy Christmas.'

    Meowy Christmas eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. Three illustrated houses on a festive red background with animated smoke coming out of the chimneys. Animated text reads 'Ho Ho Home for Christmas.'

    Ho Ho Home for Christmas eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • A watercolour painting of a Christmas snowman against a snowy background. The copy reads 'Merry Christmas'

    Christmas Snowman eCard - Over 12 Competition Winner

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Five penguins standing on top of each other to put the star on the Christmas tree. The one at the top is wearing a Christmas hat. There are some presents to the left of the tree.

    Helpful Penguins eCard - Under 12 Competition Winner

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
  • Animated image. A illustration of a tray of festive tree shaped biscuits and gingerbread men being held with oven gloves. One gingerbread man disappears and reappears in little bites. There is text above the image which reads' Have a sweet Christmas.'

    Have a Sweet Christmas eCard

    From £3.00
    From £3.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do eCards work?

Choose your eCard design, then add your donation and customise with a message. Finally, schedule when you'd like your eCard to be sent and checkout. Your eCard will be delivered to the recipient on your date of choice - easy! All proceeds go towards supporting people experiencing homelessness.

Can I send eCards to more than one person?

Yes, our Christmas eCards can be sent up to 100 recipients. Businesses can send up to 1,000 eCards with our corporate eCards.

How much does sending an eCard cost?

Single eCards can be sent with a minimum donation of £3 and multiple eCards (up to 100) can be sent with a minimum donation of £5. All proceeds go towards stopping the housing emergency.

Can I send eCards to my colleagues?

Businesses can send up to 1,000 eCards to colleagues or clients with our corporate eCards. The minimum donation for these is £50.

How do I know if my eCard has been sent?

Your eCard will be sent at the date/time specified when scheduling. Please email us on onlineshop@shelter.org.uk if you would like to check the send status of your eCard.

Where is my eCard?

Your eCard will be sent at the date/time specified when scheduling. Please email us on onlineshop@shelter.org.uk if you would like to check the send status of your eCard.