How it works

1. Choose your virtual gifts

Choose your virtual gifts and place your order using our secure credit card payment facility.

2. Send your virtual gifts

You can send a virtual gift by email with an ecard, or we can send you a gift card to post or give in person.

3. Know you’ve made a difference

Your alternative gift makes any occasion extra special. You will also receive a set of RNLI postcards to give or to keep.

"I chose virtual gifts as Christmas presents for a number of people. These meaningful presents were liked very much by the recipients."

Mr A Roberts, Dorset

"I bought virtual gifts for friends and family as stocking fillers. A very good idea, and an excellent fundraising technique."

Mrs JW Findlay, Ayrshire

How this helps

The RNLI rescues an average of 21 people every day. Its crew members and lifeguards can only do this with the generous support of the public.

Read rescue stories from around the UK and RoI

View all gifts

Now that you know what it’s all about, take a browse through our catalogue of lifesaving virtual gifts and see the many ways in which you can help.

From protective gear and food on the run to first aid equipment and training aids, you’re sure to find something to capture the imaginations of your friends and loved ones.

A charity registered in England and Wales (209603) and Scotland (SC037736). Charity number CHY 2678 in the Republic of Ireland I RNLI (Trading) Ltd - 01073377, RNLI (Sales) Ltd - 2202240 and RNLI (Enterprises) Ltd - 1784500 are all companies registered at West Quay Road, Poole BH15 1HZ. Images & copyright © RNLI 2009.