- Q: How is Shop & Support different than other programs?
- A: Shop & Support attracts a larger base because it is available to any qualified IRS 501(c)(3) organization. It is more beneficial because in-store, online or phone purchases are included. And because the program complies with the fundraising guidelines of nonprofits, it also makes the program more powerful to constituents and merchants.
- Q: Which nonprofits can participate?
- A: Only the best ones — the ones consumers care most about and select. That’s why this is such a powerful program; it deepens relationships with consumers because the more they buy, the more they support their favorite charities. Because any IRS-qualified nonprofit may participate in the program, it appeals to more consumers, bringing unlimited potential for merchants and nonprofits without either one having any direct association with the other. Everybody wins!
- Q: Which merchants are participating?
- A: This program is supported by leading national merchants and local retailers. We have identified a group of premier companies who are interested in engaging the largest group of untapped, charitably motivated consumers ever assembled. The growing list includes retailers, grocers, gas stations, restaurants and service businesses — great companies selling everyday products.
- Q: What portion of each transaction does the merchant give back?
- A: The percentage varies by category. However, we’ve all seen how even pennies have funded programs run by a wide range of charities and even helped send athletes to the Olympics!
- Q: How much will this program cost?
- A: Participating in Shop & Support is free to both consumers and nonprofit organizations. Merchants pay nothing upfront. This is a pay for performance program, so they pay only for success. Performance is measurable and 100% guaranteed.
- Q: What about security and privacy?
- A: The privacy and security of the nonprofit constituent and transaction data is our top concern. We work hard to earn and keep your trust, and we adhere to highest principles to protect all parties. We never share or sell personal information, and all sensitive information is secured with the strongest industry compliance and technology standards.
- Q: How do I sign up?
- A: Contact us directly. Like our program, the process is simple, seamless, and implementation is quicker than you might think.
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