Redirectioneaza.ro is a free digital platform that simplifies the process of collecting the 3.5% of annual tax deductions:

• Over 10,100 forms were collected through redirectioneaza.ro in 2019;
• Over 1,200 NGOs have an active profile on redirectioneaza.ro;
• The platform was ranked first at the Civil Society Gala in 2019;
• The access for NGOs to the platform is free;
• A technological solution that stimulates and encourages the civic spirit of Romanians;

Unfortunately, the number of people that do not fill in form 230, through which they can direct part of their tax payment to an NGO, is very high and there are usually two reasons – firstly, the process is cumbersome and, secondly, information on the NGOs that are supported is not centralised. NGOs are trying to convey the message on redirection, but it is difficult to reach a large number of taxpayers given the resources required and the cut-off date of March 15, 2020. It is estimated that only 20% of taxpayers choose to redirect part of their taxes to a cause.

Redirectioneaza.ro is a digital platform that facilitates the collection of form 230 for the redirection of up to 3.5% of income tax, developed free of charge by volunteers from Code for Romania. By digitizing and making accessible the NGO selection process and by correctly filling in form 230, this digital solution simplifies the process, which until recently could only be completed using pen and paper, for the over 1,200 NGOs currently registered on the platform.NGOs can thus devote more energy to their causes, being freed from the need to spend time and resources coordinating offline public participation. As of 2020, the redirectioneaza.ro platform is also being supported by Patria Bank and Globalworth Foundation

The steps you have to take to redirect up to 3.5% of your tax payment to an NGO through the redirectioneaza.ro platform

• Access redirecționează.ro;
• Choose a preferred NGO from the over 1,200 listed;
• Fill in the form on the NGO page on redirectioneaza.ro;
• Download the PDF file completed with your data and that of the NGO and print it;
• Sign the form and either:
  • Send it by registered mail to the ANAF unit to which you belong – redirecționeaza.ro provides all the necessary information about the correct recipient;
  • Or send it by courier or mail to the NGO’s address and they will submit it. You can find the mailing address on the NGO page you have chosen from redirectioneaza.ro.

The redirectioneaza.ro application is an instrument that encourages civic participation. Not only can you fill in Form 230, but you can also make the platform known to your friends, family, colleagues. The message thus reaches an increasing number of people, and the positive impact of the funds generated from the 3.5% tax payment will lead to increased resources for the NGOs to support their existing and future causes.

Of course, if you are a specialist in IT, communications, research or UX / UI, by going to code4.ro you can join Code for Romania and get involved in developing one of the applications that aim to increase transparency, open public data, support education and free access to services.