Supporting 150+ Local Businesses
Think Waterford First
Give the gift of choice and make our city and county a better place to live, work and do business
Give the gift of choice and make our city and county a better place to live, work and do business
The Think Waterford First Gift Card is a prepaid Mastercard that enables customers to spend their card balance across multiple stores in Waterford.
Easy to purchase, use or send as a gift, no matter what the occasion. Give the gift of choice and flexibility to your employees or loved ones and support the Waterford local economy.
Accepted at 150+ local Waterford businesses
Available as physical card or instant e-card
Valid for 5 years from purchase date
E-cards work with Apple Pay and Google Pay
From department stores to cafes, support diverse local businesses
Every purchase directly supports the local Waterford economy
Works like a regular Mastercard prepaid card anywhere accepted
Help create jobs and strengthen the Waterford community
Click here to view the list of participating businesses on the Waterford Gift Card website. Click here to download a printable list.
Purchase your Think Waterford First Gift Card at these convenient locations across Waterford
Reward your team with tax-free benefits while supporting the local Waterford economy
Pay up to €1,500 annually in gift cards, totally exempt from PAYE, USC, and PRSI.
Do you pay your employees' annual bonus through payroll? If so, it's treated as taxable income. The Small Benefit Exemption offers a smarter alternative.
Send physical gift cards or instant e-cards by text or email. Recipients download the Love Local app from the Google Play Store or App Store.
Add to Apple Pay or Google Pay. Fast, simple, and secure way to reward staff while keeping money local.
For orders of €2,000 or more, visit corporate.townandcitygiftcards.ie
All orders over €2,000 require bank transfer and ID verification to comply with KYC and anti-money laundering regulations.
Cards are valid for 5 years from the date of purchase.
A €2.50 monthly fee is deducted from the balance starting one year after purchase.
Download our comprehensive guide for step-by-step instructions on placing corporate orders.
Download PDFJoin 150+ local businesses accepting the Think Waterford First Gift Card. Simple sign-up process, flexible options.
Email completed forms to info@waterfordchamber.ie or post to: Waterford Chamber, 2 George's Street, Waterford.
5% commission on transactions, collected monthly by direct debit. Standard Mastercard fees apply.
Cards are not chip & PIN. Process via swipe, or key the card number into your terminal. No PIN required.
The Think Waterford First Accreditation Scheme recognises and rewards organisations that actively choose to support local Waterford-based businesses. By prioritising local spending, these organisations help sustain jobs, strengthen our community, and keep money circulating within Waterford’s economy.
Open to All
Businesses, organisations, schools, charities, and individuals can apply.
Three Levels
Bronze, Silver, and Gold accreditation available.
Free to Apply
No fees, open year-round with no deadlines.
Recognising those who champion local pride, support Waterford’s economy, and keep Waterford at the heart of what they do.