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Donor FAQ
How much of my donation will go directly to the programs I support?

On average, 95.8% of every dollar that Greater Good Charities receives goes straight to programs. We are very proud of this number! You can view our most recent financial statements and tax forms here: https://greatergood.org/financials  

How can I send my donation to you via check?

Thank you for wanting to send a donation by check. Please make your check out to “Greater Good Charities”, note the campaign you wish to support in the memo section, and mail your check to: 
Greater Good Charities 
C/O: Accounting 
600 University St Suite 1000, 
Seattle, WA 98101 US

Are you a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization?

Greater Good Charities (formerly GreaterGood.org) is an independent 501(c)(3) global charitable organization devoted to improving the health and well-being of people, pets, and the planet. To learn more about who we are and what we do check out our website’s ‘About Us’ section: https://greatergood.org/about-us 

What is your Tax ID?

Greater Good Charities’ Tax ID # is 20-4846675 

Is Greater Good Charities a legitimate organization?

Finding a nonprofit you can trust is something every donor should spend time doing. We have a Platinum rating from charity watchdog GuideStar; we are voluntarily audited yearly by an independent firm; and our 990s and financials are available here: http://greatergood.org/about-us/ 

Our GuideStar standing is available here: http://www2.guidestar.org/profile/20-4846675 

Greater Good Charities has also been rated 100 out of 100 by Charity Navigator for our dedication to transparency and real positive impact: https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/204846675 

 Nurturing our relationship with our donors based on trust is incredibly important   to us. Please let us know if you have further questions by emailing donate@greatergood.org. 

How can I make changes to my monthly gift?
Thank you for being a Greater Good Charities monthly Protector! To manage your monthly gift, you can log into your donor portal by visiting: https://amplify.greatergood.org/login 

It’s a quick process and will only ask for your email address. A direct link to your account will be emailed to you, and from there you will be able to view your donation history, update payment method, cancel your monthly gift, download receipts, etc. If you have any questions, please contact donate@greatergood.org 

Can I opt out of receiving emails?

Yes, you can opt out of receiving emails at any time by clicking the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of the emails you receive from us or by contacting us at donate@greatergood.org 

I have a question about a donation I made through Facebook, can you help?

If you have questions about a donation you made to Greater Good Charities through Facebook, or are having trouble donating through Facebook, please contact the Facebook support team by visiting this link https://www.facebook.com/help/contact/162031714239823 and a Facebook team member should be able to help you. 

How do you provide so much pet food for so little money?

Our GOODS program works with manufacturers to provide donated food, leaving the costs of freight and distribution. So, your $25 is paying to ship 500 meals (we ship truckloads at a time, reducing shipping cost) that goes directly to help hungry pets. 

Can I make a donation in honor or memory of a loved one?

Absolutely. To donate in memory or in honor of a loved one, you will need to check the box on the checkout page that saysDedicate this donation”. This will allow you to add any details to honor that special someone and will give you an option to send an e-card to a recipient of your choice. We are currently only sending e-cards, not mailed cards to recipients. If you need assistance, please reach out to donate@greatergood.org 

How can I raise funds to support Greater Good Charities?

Thank you for wanting to support our mission to help people, pets and the planet. Creating a fundraiser to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or any special occasion is a great way to give back to those in need. You can learn how to create a fundraiser directly through our website or by using Facebook: https://greatergood.org/get-involved#fundraise  

I have a company and we are interested in partnering with Greater Good Charities to amplify the good, how can we get started?

Thank you for your interest in teaming up to help those in need. To learn more about partnership opportunities, please visit: https://greatergood.org/get-involved#partner  

I’m working on my estate planning, and I'm interested in leaving Greater Good Charities a charitable bequest. How can I learn more?

Thank you so much for wanting to leave an estate gift to help further Greater Good Charities’ mission. Please review our Bequests page which has more information on how you can leave a legacy to benefit the program that means most to you. https://greatergood.org/bequest#getstarted  

I’d like to give a gift of stock to Greater Good Charities, how can I do so?

You can donate stock to Greater Good Charities safely and securely through DonateStock or by contacting our Advancement team advancement@greatergood.org to work with you directly. We will ensure your charitable gift is used to support programs in the cause area you care about most. 

I have a vehicle I’d like to donate to benefit Greater Good Charities. What are my next steps?

You can make a tax-deductible donation of a car, boat, RV, etc. to benefit Greater Good Charities through Car Easy: https://www.careasy.org/nonprofit/greater-good-charities They take care of the logistics, and we receive proceeds from your donation.  

I am an individual needing assistance from Greater Good Charities by means of food or supplies for myself or my pet. Can you help?

Greater Good Charities does not provide direct assistance to individuals. We support organizations to distribute food and supplies in areas of need. We encourage you to reach out to your local food bank for assistance. If you represent an organization and would like to see if you can benefit from our programs, please reach out to grants@greatergood.org 

Is GreaterGood.com the same as Greater Good Charities?

Greater Good Charities is a public 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. GreaterGood.com is a separate entity, but one of many corporate entities that donates to Greater Good Charities. Their donations directly support our mission to help people, pets, and planet. The content on their sites is not produced or controlled by Greater Good Charities. 

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