QUESTIONS
ONLINE FUND RAISING
How does it work?
Affinity Projects raises money online for worth while causes. The money collected goes directly to the cause. Each donation received is sent to the cause.
What makes Affinity Projects different?
Since Affinity is a non-profit all donations are considered a charitable donation and tax deductible.(501c3 Status pending) As a non-profit Affinity Projects is under stringent rules and regulations and required to show where every penny is spent helping our donors to be reassured that all donations are being used on each cause as they should be.
Is it safe?
Affinity Projects campaigns features the very best in secure payment encryption technology. Not only are donors’ online payments safe, the donations are stored securely and managed for the cause. We manage the money and make sure it is used for the purpose of the cause and nothing else.
Are there any time limits?
Yes. All campaigns have 120 day time limit. After 120 days the donations will be closed but each campaign will remain visible indefinitely as a lasting memory of all the wonderful comments and support received.
What if goal in not reached?
We will start providing funds to the cause as soon as the fund reaches 50 dollar.
Will donors get charged any fees?
No, never. Other sites might charge donors, but we would never do that. Donors are charged only the amount they choose to donate and that’s it.
Can people give on a monthly basis?
Absolutely. The option to give on a monthly basis is available for all US-based campaigns.
Are there Updates o each campaign?
We provide updates on each campaign using videos, photos, and other content as information becomes available.
What about taxes?
All donations to Affinity Projects Inc, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, are tax-deductible. Affinity Projects Inc Tax ID is 47-5222061
How do I know it’s safe to donate to a cause?
Affinity Projects investigates cause before we start campaign. We provide visitors with the tools to make an informed decision as to who they choose to support. While Affinity Projects and its payment partners do provide a number of safeguards to deter fraud.
What happens with the money Donated?
Currently everyone at Affinity Projects are non paid volunteers. Affinity Projects uses 100% of the money donated to help with the cause or campaign the funds were raised for after the cost that are incurred raising funds such as credit cards fees that must be covered. We are a new non-profit and are in the building stages as we grow things will change to meet the needs for each cause or campaign.
Dose Affinity only raise funds for non-profits?
Not at all! Affinity Projects raises funds for all causes that have a need, including individuals, groups and non-profits.
Increase your donation with a Matching Gift.
It may be possible to double, or even triple, your contribution to Affinity Projects if your employer offers a matching-gift program. Just send us the matching-gift form (usually from your company’s Human Resources department) along with your check or confirmation of your gift, and we will handle the rest.
OFFLINE COMMUNITY SUPPORT
How dose Affinity help in the community?
Affinity Projects is in the process or raising funds to provided transitional housing with 24 hour on site support for people in need. Affinity Projects is working on partnerships with local businesses and corporations to create job and joint community awareness programs.
Dose Affinity Projects work with other non profits?
Yes, Affinity Projects dose work with other non-profits on many levels including helping raise funds for their non-profit.
How do I get involved with helping Affinity Projects?
Affinity Projects is looking for volunteers to help with many aspects of helping growing the cause as well as looking for companies and organizations to work with. Please contact us at invloved@affinityprojects.org or click here.
All donations to Affinity Projects Inc, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, are tax-deductible. Affinity Projects Inc Tax ID is 47-5222061