Unfortunately, we cannot use the grant to pay off previously incurred debt/loans. However, the grant can be distributed in two ways: This policy helps us ensure that our support goes to active and genuine fundraising efforts.
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The Gift of Parenthood Charitable Grant Fund is a heartwarming initiative that aims to assist individuals and couples in their quest to become parents by providing financial support for fertility treatments. This charitable fund is primarily comprised and sustained by generous donations from the community, allowing it to make a profound impact on the lives […]
Yes, Gift of Parenthood is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable under the law. To deduct donations, you must file a Schedule A with your tax form. Please consult with a tax advisor if you have any questions. You can […]
Occasionally our merchant processor (Stripe) requires additional information to verify the account identity and process your payout. This is done for security purposes, to ensure that your funds are transferred to the correct account. If necessary or requested by Stripe, please follow these steps to submit the information: Login to Stripe by visiting: https://connect.stripe.com/express_login Use […]
Use your personal card and your own email address. Do not use someone else’s card or donate on their behalf. Enter your legal name, not a nickname. If you would like to make your donation anonymous, you can do so on the donation checkout page. Do not donate multiple times to the same fundraiser. Instead, donate […]
No, you do not. We respect your choice for privacy and will always honor it. Your personal journey with infertility is deeply personal, and we understand that not everyone may be comfortable sharing their story publicly. However, we want to emphasize that the Gift of Parenthood Community & Grant Fund is built on the principle […]
Our community is diverse and each fertility journey is unique. We are excited when you share your photos of your journey and we encourage you to do so. Your photographs tell a powerful story. However, keep in mind that some are more comfortable than others when sharing their personal joys and struggles. We […]
Below is a list of documents that Gift of Parenthood can accept as proof of identity for fundraiser payouts. Some forms of documentation require scans of both the front and back of the document. Acceptable forms of identification: Passport Passport card Driver license State issued ID card Resident permit ID / U.S. Green Card Border crossing […]
Your Gift of Parenthood fundraiser is more than just a few words on a computer screen; it’s your history, your story, your hopes, your dreams, your struggle, your perseverance, your destiny, the knot at the end of a dangling rope… Your fundraiser is more than words; it’s your life. Give your fundraiser all the life […]
Negative balances can occur when the total amount of payouts, refunds, chargebacks, or fees exceed the amount of funds raised by a fundraiser. It is important for fundraisers to take prompt action to bring their negative balances to $0 within 30 days to avoid being referred to collections. Fundraisers can automatically bring their negative balances […]
Generally, no. If you donate to a fundraiser for a specific individual, the IRS deems that to be a gift and not a donation.  However, there is an exception. If you donate to a fundraiser in which the recipient is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, as is the case with all fundraisers benefiting the Gift […]
Is my donation to a fundraiser taxable to me? No. The Internal Revenue Service deems a financial contribution to be a gift. However, if you are generous enough to make a gift that exceeds the IRS Annual Exclusion (approximately $15,000), you will need to file a Gift Tax Return with the IRS. You will receive […]
Personalize your account by uploading a profile photo. It is a good idea to use a clear photo of yourself so your friends, family, and others you share your fundraiser with can easily identify you. Personalizing your fundraiser helps increase donations. To upload a profile photo, login to your Dashboard and go to My Account […]
This article covers requirements you will need to follow to withdraw funds. The person withdrawing must have a bank account in one of the countries supported on Gift of Parenthood, and meet all of the requirements listed below. If you do not meet the requirements for any of our supported countries, please do not create […]
This article will walk you through each step of the process, from creating your Gift of Parenthood account, to publishing your very first fundraiser. Step 1: Campaign Details To build your customized fundraiser campaign, we’ll need a few details. First, select who you are fundraising for? Yourself: You are raising money for your own fertility […]
This article provides a step by step guide for setting up withdrawals/payouts from your fundraiser to a bank account. Here are some important things to know about withdrawing money. How to setup & request Payouts:Â Step 1: You will need to connect a bank account to our secure payment processor in order to submit and […]
Currently we can only payout funds to accounts in the following supported countries. The person withdrawing the funds must meet the withdrawal requirements below. United States Canada United Kingdom Australia We are working to expand our services to more countries in the future, but for now, your bank account must be registered in one of the supported countries above. […]
You will need to connect a bank account to our secure payment processor in order to submit and process withdrawals.  For safety and security of all users, we do not store any personal information or documents submitted during this step. All information is stored securely with our third party merchant processing center to better protect […]
The following information applies to fundraisers in all supported countries. As a community-driven organization Gift of Parenthood is on a mission to educate, inspire, and spread hope to couples and individuals suffering with the unrelenting struggle that is infertility. For this reason Gift of Parenthood has a 0% platform fee for all fundraisers. However, to help us operate […]
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