Donate Collection

Salvation Army / Wwi
World War I poster requesting the public to donate food and supplies to the Salvation Army who will distribute to soldiers fighting in France

Recruiting Bands / Wwi
A poster asking for people to donate to or join a recruiting band, a popular method of recruiting men during World War One

Christmas Is Coming
Christmas is coming the geese are getting fat Please to put a penny in the old mans hat If you havent got a penny a hapenny will do If you havent got a hapenny God bless you Father Christmas sits in

Ranji gives his house at Staines, Jamnagar as a hospital The Prince of Wales Hospital. Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji, Maharaja Jam Sahib of Nawanagar GCSI

Sir Richard Aclands Gift to the Nation Starts a Controversy
The MP Sir Richard Acland handed over to the National Trust the 16, 000 acres of beautiful West Country property which comprise his Killerton Estate and his Holnicote Estate

Medals / Gold Donated 1917
RUSSIAN REVOLUTION - Petrograd : Soldiers donate medals and gold to the cause of the Revolution

A woman making a donation to the poor
5616476 A woman making a donation to the poor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy woman making a donation to the poor children of Paris. Dated 19th Century)

A woman making a donation to the poor
5616481 A woman making a donation to the poor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy woman making a donation to the poor of Paris. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1867); Universal History Archive/UIG

A wealthy boy giving money to a beggar
3478283 A wealthy boy giving money to a beggar; (add.info.: Illustration of a wealthy boy donating money to a mother and child begging on the streets)

A few cast off clothes (colour litho)
8635666 A few cast off clothes (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A few cast off clothes. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar (colour litho)
8655883 It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar)

Blessed to Give, 1850
3478243 Blessed to Give, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration titled 'Blessed to Give'. Illustrated by Robert Barnes (1840-1895). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Painting. Anonymous. Sainte Elisabeth of Thuringe practisising charity. Oil on canvas. 18th century
6262022 Painting. Anonymous. Sainte Elisabeth of Thuringe practisising charity. Oil on canvas. 18th century.; Hopital Notre Dame a la Rose, Lessines, Hainaut

Vie de saint Denis, Gilles de Pontoise donates a manuscript to Philippe V
3480289 Vie de saint Denis, Gilles de Pontoise donates a manuscript to Philippe V; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Vie de saint Denis)

Room in Tate Gallery, London showing Pictures purchased by the Chantrey Bequest (b/w photo)
8641666 Room in Tate Gallery, London showing Pictures purchased by the Chantrey Bequest (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Room in Tate Gallery)

A 'Poor Box' (engraving)
5616488 A 'Poor Box' (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a 'Poor Box' where people would be able to make donations to the poor)

World War I 1914-1918: Italian poster of a cannon in a mass of gold coin, mountains in background
528518 World War I 1914-1918: Italian poster of a cannon in a mass of gold coin, mountains in background. Text encourages everyone to donate to Peace and Victory.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Charity (engraving)
8635205 Charity (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charity; wealthy mother and child giving money to the poor)

The alms of St Thomas of Villanova, 1658 circa, Luca Giordano (oil on canvas)
7064273 The alms of St Thomas of Villanova, 1658 circa, Luca Giordano (oil on canvas) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Death of the Virgin, 1480-1520 circa, (oil on wood)
7130040 Death of the Virgin, 1480-1520 circa, (oil on wood) by Wolgemut or Wolgemuth, Michael (1434-1519); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Death of the Virgin)

Three half figures and a child (Tre mezze figure e un bambino), Callisto Piazza, 16th century (oil on canvas)
7064305 Three half figures and a child (Tre mezze figure e un bambino), Callisto Piazza, 16th century (oil on canvas) by Piazza, Callisto (c.1500-61/62); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting)
7242351 Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting) by Crayer, Gaspar de (1584-1669); Tournai

Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting)
7242350 Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting) by Crayer, Gaspar de (1584-1669); Tournai

Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting)
7242356 Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting) by Crayer, Gaspar de (1584-1669); Tournai

Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting)
7242353 Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting) by Crayer, Gaspar de (1584-1669); Tournai

Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting)
7242352 Archduchess Isabella of Spain, who gives her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle, 17th century (painting) by Crayer, Gaspar de (1584-1669); Tournai

Hands from the Hell
Davide Abbatiello

A blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station operated by the Army. Blood Tranfusion became a widespread practise from the late 1930s onwards Date: circa 1939

Advert for Dr. Barnardos Homes 1922
94, 000 children have been rescued by Dr. Barnardos Homes. Help to give Happy Christmas by sending money. Date: 1922

Good Samaritan
Fabrizio Salerno

GIVING UP JEWELRY
Wives of artists donate their jewelry to the National Assembly, to help pay the public debt. Date: 7 September 1789

Human hair market in Alsace 1871
Human hair market in Alsace, France. Date: 1871

Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds - Pound Day
Pound Day at Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds. Local supporters of the home were asked to donate a pound in cash or a pound weight of household supplies. Date: circa 1919

Temperance, Jacob de Gheyn (II), 1591 - 1595

Shepherds donate a tenth of their flock, Willem Goeree, Jan Luyken, 1683

The Temptation of Christ, Hans Bol, ca. 1550 - ca. 1650

Vicars beg in street at St Bannabus, Eltham, Kent. 1934

World War I 1914-1918: Italian poster of a cannon in a mass of gold coin, mountains in background. Text encourages everyone to donate to Peace and Victory

Queen Marys Coronation gift, Barn House, Whitstable, Kent

PBUS2A-00003
Cartoon of Andrew Carnegie playing with blocks that spell LIBRARY, 1903. Hand-colored halftone

Livestock for Ukraine
The people of Uzbekhistan donate livestock to farmers of the Ukraine, liberated from German occupation but with all their animals eaten or taken by the Germans

Women of Rome donate their jewellery
The women of Rome donate their jewellery in gratitude for the capture of the Etruscan city of Veii

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"Generosity in Action: The Power of Donation" In times of great need, the spirit of donation shines brightly. From the Salvation Army's tireless efforts during WWI to recruiting bands and lifting spirits on the frontlines, to Ranji's selflessness as he transformed his house into a hospital for wounded soldiers in Staines, Jamnagar - acts of giving have left an indelible mark. Even royalty has embraced the noble act of donating. The Prince of Wales witnessed firsthand how one man's gift can make a difference when Sir Richard Acland's controversial gift to the nation sparked conversations about philanthropy and its impact. As Christmas approaches, our hearts are filled with warmth and compassion, and is a time when we remember those less fortunate and extend our hands through donations that bring joy and hope to many lives. Throughout history, precious treasures have been donated for worthy causes. In 1917, medals made from gold were given away selflessly by individuals who understood that their value paled in comparison to helping others in need. Art too has played its part in capturing moments of generosity. Luca Giordano immortalized St Thomas of Villanova's alms-giving legacy on canvas while Joost Vijdt's portrait reminds us that even centuries ago, acts like these were celebrated. The power of donation transcends time and culture. Whether it be Callisto Piazza's depiction of three half figures embracing a child or Lysbette Borluut captured forever on panel - these artworks remind us that kindness knows no boundaries. Even Archduchess Isabella demonstrated her magnanimity by giving her jewels to the Basilica of St. Martin in Halle during the 17th century – an act that continues to inspire generations today. In every corner of history, there are stories waiting to be told about people who chose empathy over selfishness; people who recognized their ability to make a difference through donation.