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Charity Registry FAQ

What is a Charity Registry?
How can I make a donation on my couple's Charity Registry?
Will I receive confirmation if I make a charitable contribution on my couple's Charity Registry?
Is my donation tax deductible?
Will the couple see my donations?
Will my name and information be provided to any nonprofit organizations?
Can I select the charitable recipient of my gift?
Does the I Do Foundation charge credit card processing fees?

What is a Charity Registry?
A Charity Registry is similar to a regular gift registry, except that your couple has asked guests to make credit card donations rather than purchasing blenders, toasters, or other traditional gifts.
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How can I make a donation on my couple's Charity Registry?
You can make donations online through our secure credit card donation system or by sending a check to the I Do Foundation.
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Will I receive confirmation if I make a charitable contribution on my couple's Charity Registry?
Yes. You will receive both an email confirmation and a written confirmation of your credit card donation.
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Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. Your confirmation letter will serve as your proof of donation for your tax purposes. The I Do Foundation is a nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS as a public foundation under section 501(c)(3) of IRS code.
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Will the couple see my donations?
Yes. The couple will be notified of your donation immediately.
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Will my name and information be provided to any nonprofit organizations?
No. Your name and information will be kept strictly confidential.
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Can I select the charitable recipient of my gift?
No. Your couple has chosen a recipient for all donations made at this wedding. However, if your couple has chosen multiple recipients, you may select among them.
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Does the I Do Foundation charge credit card processing fees?
Yes. The I Do Foundation charges fees to cover the hard costs of processing your donation. We charge a fee of 4.75% of your donation for checks, which is deducted from the donation. The fee for credit card donations is 4.75% of your donation, which is added to your donation, so the entire amount of your donation is passed directly to the charity chosen by your couple. These fees are consistent with most other nonprofit donation websites. The processing fee will not exceed $47.50, regardless of donation size.
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