Thank You for Supporting Our Mission 🏮
Your contributions make it possible to build people-first technology and fight surveillance capitalism. This policy explains how donations work, your rights, and our refund procedures.
1. Understanding Your Donation
What Is a Donation?
✅ A Donation IS:
- A voluntary contribution
- Support for our 501(c)(3) mission
- Potentially tax-deductible
- Not a purchase
❌ A Donation is NOT:
- Payment for services
- An investment
- A contract for deliverables
- Guarantee of benefits
Types of Contributions
One-Time Donations
AVAILABLESingle contribution of any amount. Processed immediately. Receipt provided instantly via email.
Recurring Donations
AVAILABLEMonthly or annual automatic contributions. Continue until you cancel. Can be modified anytime.
In-Kind Donations
CONTACT USEquipment, services, or other non-cash contributions. Subject to separate agreement. Email: [email protected]
2. How Donations Are Processed
Payment Methods
Payment Processors
Stripe (US)
Primary processor for US-based donations. PCI-DSS compliant. TLS 1.3+ encryption.
Mollie (EU)
European donation processing. GDPR compliant. Multi-currency support.
Security
Your payment info never stored on our servers. End-to-end encryption. Fraud detection enabled.
What You'll Receive
- Immediate email confirmation
- Transaction ID and receipt
- Tax receipt (for $250+ donations, or upon request)
- Thank you message from our team
3. Recurring Donations (Subscriptions)
How Subscriptions Work
- Choose frequency (monthly or annual)
- First donation processed immediately
- Subsequent donations on scheduled date
- Continue indefinitely until you cancel
Billing Notices
We will notify you:
- 7 days before each recurring charge
- If payment fails (with retry schedule)
- When subscription is cancelled
- Of any donation amount changes (by you)
Modifying Your Subscription
Changes effective next billing cycle. Modify at: wopr.foundation/account or email: [email protected]
4. Cancellation Policy
Cancelling Recurring Donations
You can cancel anytime:
- No questions asked
- No penalties or fees
- No minimum commitment period
How to Cancel
Option 1: Self-Service
Log in at wopr.foundation/account → "Manage Donations" → "Cancel Subscription" → Confirm. Instant.
Option 2: Email Us
Email: [email protected]
Subject: "Cancel Recurring Donation"
Processed within 1 business day.
Option 3: Payment Provider
Log into your Stripe/Mollie/PayPal account and cancel subscription directly. We'll be notified automatically.
Cancellation Effective Date
- Cancel before billing date: No further charges
- Cancel after billing date: Current period already charged (no refund unless within 30-day window)
- Processing time: Immediate to 1 business day
5. Refund Policy
Our Refund Philosophy
We understand that mistakes happen, circumstances change, and financial hardship is real. As a nonprofit, donations fund real programs, but we balance sustainability with compassion.
✅ WE WILL REFUND:
Processing Errors
- Duplicate charges
- Wrong amount
- Technical glitches
- Unauthorized charges
Within 30 Days
- Changed your mind
- Financial emergency
- Made by mistake
- Wrong organization
Fraud/Unauthorized
- Card used without permission
- Identity theft
- Any unauthorized transaction
Compassionate Cases
- Serious financial hardship
- Medical emergency
- Job loss
- Other exceptional situations
❌ WE GENERALLY CANNOT REFUND:
- After 30 Days: Unless exceptional circumstances apply
- Partial Period Subscriptions: Recurring donations for current billing period already received
- Third-Party Fees: Payment processor fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30)
- In-Kind Donations: Equipment or services already received
Exceptional Circumstances
We evaluate refund requests over 30 days based on:
- Reason for delay in requesting
- Your explanation of circumstances
- Impact of refund on our operations
- Prior donation history
- Financial hardship claims
We commit to reviewing all requests fairly and responding within 5 business days.
6. How to Request a Refund
Refund Request Process
- Contact Us: Email [email protected] with subject "Refund Request - [Your Name]"
- Provide Information: Full name, email, date/amount of donation, transaction ID, reason for refund
- Wait for Response: We'll respond within 5 business days (may request additional info)
- Refund Processing: If approved, processed within 5-10 business days to original payment method
Refund Timeline
Timing depends on your financial institution, not us.
Disputes & Chargebacks
Before filing a chargeback:
- Contact us first: [email protected]
- We'll work to resolve immediately
- Most issues solved within 1-2 business days
Chargeback fees ($15-25) hurt our mission. Please give us a chance to make it right first. 🙏
7. Tax Deductibility
501(c)(3) Status
Once approved: Donations are tax-deductible to fullest extent allowed by law, retroactive to date of incorporation. All prior donors will receive updated receipts.
Tax Receipts
Provided automatically for:
- Donations of $250 or more (IRS requirement)
- End-of-year summary (for recurring donors)
Available upon request for:
- Any donation amount
- Past donation history
- Amended receipts (if needed)
Request receipts: Email [email protected] with subject "Tax Receipt Request"
Important Tax Information
We are NOT tax advisors. Consult a tax professional for:
- Your specific tax situation
- Deduction eligibility
- Documentation requirements
- State tax implications
8. How Donations Are Used
Fund Allocation
Programs & Technology (70%)
- AI for People initiatives
- Real-time fact-checking
- Community safety programs
- Open-source development
- Infrastructure and hosting
Operations (20%)
- Staff salaries (fair wages)
- Office and admin costs
- Legal and compliance
- Insurance and security
Fundraising & Growth (10%)
- Donor communications
- Grant applications
- Marketing and outreach
- Community building
Financial Transparency
We commit to:
View our finances:
- Annual reports: wopr.foundation/transparency
- IRS Form 990: wopr.foundation/legal/form-990
- Program updates: wopr.foundation/programs
9. Donor Rights
Your Rights as a Donor
You have the right to:
10. Contact & Support
Donation Questions
Email: [email protected]
Response time: 1-3 business days
For help with:
- Making a donation
- Updating recurring donation
- Requesting refund
- Tax receipt questions
- Payment issues
General Contact
Email: [email protected]
Mail: The W.O.P.R. Foundation
[Delaware Registered Agent Address]
A Personal Note
We've tried to create a fair, transparent, and compassionate donation policy because:
- You're trusting us with your hard-earned money
- We take that responsibility seriously
- You deserve clear, honest answers
- We want you to feel confident supporting us
Our Promise to You
When you donate to The W.O.P.R. Foundation:
- 💚 Your money funds real, meaningful work
- 💚 You're supporting people-first technology
- 💚 You're fighting surveillance capitalism
- 💚 You're empowering communities
- 💚 You're part of building the future we need
We will:
- Use your donation wisely and effectively
- Report transparently on our impact
- Respect your privacy and preferences
- Treat you with gratitude and respect
- Be here when you need us
Thank You 🏮
Every donation, large or small, makes a difference.
Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for supporting humane technology. Thank you for being part of the resistance against exploitative systems.
Together, we're building technology for people, not profit.
Last Updated: October 8, 2025 | Version: 1.0
The W.O.P.R. Foundation™ is a Delaware nonprofit corporation. 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status pending.
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