donation issue in the microsoft points

Saif Hasan Ghazi 20 Reputation points
2026-03-17T04:56:19.1366667+00:00

I'm trying to donate my Microsoft points, but I'm seeing this notification: "This item isn't available, either due to your region or login state, but you can still redeem your points for items listed on this Rewards redemption page."

Bing | Microsoft Rewards
Bing | Microsoft Rewards

A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.


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Vikki-T 10,970 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2026-03-17T12:34:20.3933333+00:00

Dear Saif Hasan Ghazi, 

I understand how frustrating this can be, especially when you’re trying to do something positive by donating your Microsoft Rewards points. Thank you as well for taking the time to support a good cause through the Rewards program. At this point, I recommend that you review and try the steps provided in the AI generated answer on your thread. That reply typically includes the most relevant checks for this scenario. Additionally, you may try the steps below: 

  • Open the Microsoft Rewards Donate page directly while signed in and check whether the nonprofit still appears there for your account. If the organization is not shown in the current catalog, the item may not be available for redemption at this time.  
  • Sign out of all Microsoft tabs, close the browser completely, then reopen it and sign back in using only the Microsoft account that holds the Rewards points. Donation redemption depends on the correct sign-in state for the active Rewards account.  
  • Clear cookies/site data for Microsoft Rewards-related pages, then test again in an InPrivate/Incognito window.  
  • Try a different browser or another device to compare the behavior.  
  • Review the country/region on your Microsoft account and compare it with the location from which you are currently accessing Rewards. Microsoft notes that Rewards offers and redemption catalogs vary by region. For more information, please visit Microsoft Rewards regions - Microsoft Support 

I hope these steps help allow you to redeem your Microsoft Rewards points successfully. Wishing you a smooth experience with Microsoft Rewards. 

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    2026-03-17T04:56:28.86+00:00

    The message indicates that the specific donation option is not currently available for the account, either because of region restrictions or the current sign-in state. Microsoft Rewards offers and redemptions vary by country/region, and items (including donation options) can appear or disappear depending on availability and local program rules.

    To proceed:

    1. Confirm that Microsoft Rewards is available in the region and that the account region matches the actual location.
    2. Make sure there is no VPN or proxy enabled, as using a VPN can block redemptions.
    3. Verify that the user is fully signed in with the correct Microsoft account on the Rewards site.
    4. Try redeeming a different reward from the main Redeem page that is currently listed as available.

    If the donation option itself is unavailable due to region or stock, it cannot be redeemed; only items currently listed as available on the Rewards redemption page can be used.


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