Charity FAQ

Why am I not listed as a participating charity?
When will I know how much our WCCF Gives grant will be?
When will my charity receive our WCCF Gives grant?
Will I know which donors contributed to our WCCF Gives grant?
What if a donor’s gift does not arrive in time to be included in WCCF Gives?
Is there a minimum donation?
Is there a maximum donation?
What types of contributions are accepted?
When may donors begin sending their check contributions to the WCCF?
May our Charity collect check contributions at our location?
May donors make a WCCF Gives contribution via an IRA charitable transfer?
Is it possible for donors to pay with cash?
May donors make online contributions in advance for WCCF Gives?
Is my charity permitted to make a gift to itself during WCCF Gives?
May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect payments for sponsorships, event registrations, raffles, or other games of chance?
May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect membership dues?
May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect contributions for a specific program?
Other community foundations have announced that they will no longer facilitate a giving event for the charities in their community. What is the future of WCCF Gives?
How will contributions be acknowledged?
What is GiveGab/Bonterra?
How much of the donation goes to the nonprofit?

Why am I not listed as a participating charity?

Your charity may not have registered for WCCF Gives, or they may not have completed all of the necessary paperwork for participation. We encourage you to contact the charity and ask them to register for the next giving event!

When will I know how much our WCCF Gives grant will be?

The preliminary results will be available right after the giving event concludes on September 18. However, the final amounts will be available a few weeks after the event once all checks and payments are processed.

When will my charity receive our WCCF Gives grant?

Charities will receive their WCCF Gives grants in the fourth quarter of the year, after all contributions are processed and final numbers are calculated.

Will I know which donors contributed to our WCCF Gives grant?

Yes, you will receive a detailed donor report from the Washington County Community Foundation after the final grants are distributed. Anonymous donors will be listed as such.

What if a donor’s gift does not arrive in time to be included in WCCF Gives?

Gifts postmarked by the deadline of September 18 will still be included in the event.

Is there a minimum donation?

The minimum donation to participate in WCCF Gives is $25 per charity.

Is there a maximum donation?

There is no maximum donation, but you may need to inform your credit card provider if you're making a very large contribution.

What types of contributions are accepted?

WCCF Gives accepts credit card contributions, checks, and IRA charitable transfers. Cash gifts are not accepted.

When may donors begin sending their check contributions to the WCCF?

Donors may send checks anytime during the giving window from June 1 through September 18. Please ensure checks are mailed in advance to allow for proper processing time.

May our Charity collect check contributions at our location?

Yes, your charity may collect checks at its location, but you must forward the contributions to the Washington County Community Foundation by the September 18 deadline to be included in the event.

May donors make a WCCF Gives contribution via an IRA charitable transfer?

Yes, donors can contribute through an IRA charitable transfer. These gifts are not tax-deductible, but they are an excellent option for individuals looking to make tax-free donations from their retirement accounts.

Is it possible for donors to pay with cash?

No, cash donations are not accepted for WCCF Gives.

May donors make online contributions in advance for WCCF Gives?

Yes, donors can make online contributions starting from the event date on September 18 from 8 am to 8 pm.

Is my charity permitted to make a gift to itself during WCCF Gives?

No, a charity is not allowed to donate to itself through WCCF Gives.

May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect payments for sponsorships, event registrations, raffles, or other games of chance?

No, WCCF Gives is not intended for collecting payments for sponsorships or event registrations.

May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect membership dues?

Membership dues cannot be collected through WCCF Gives.

May my charity use WCCF Gives as an opportunity to collect contributions for a specific program?

WCCF Gives grants are unrestricted. Charities can direct the use of the funds for specific programs, but donations to specific projects or programs are not facilitated through this event.

Other community foundations have announced that they will no longer facilitate a giving event for the charities in their community. What is the future of WCCF Gives?

WCCF Gives will continue to be an annual event for Washington County, with the goal of supporting local charities and fostering community giving.

How will contributions be acknowledged?

Contributions will be acknowledged by the Washington County Community Foundation and the participating charities. Donors will receive receipts for their records, and charities will receive donor reports.

What is GiveGab/Bonterra?

GiveGab, which is becoming Bonterra, is a nonprofit giving platform that helps nonprofits to raise money, engage donors and manage volunteers quickly and efficiently. GiveGab/Bonterra offers a full portfolio of simple and easy to use products that allows organizations to function in a more streamlined manner.

How much of the donation goes to the nonprofit?

GiveGab/Bonterra retains a 3.5% platform fee, a 2.5% credit card processing fee, and a $0.30 flat credit card fee. These fees apply only to donations made via credit card. Encouraging donors to cover these fees or explore alternative payment methods, such as IRA charitable transfers or checks, can help maximize their impact.