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Nonprofits, congregations, schools and community groups all run reward campaigns — typically for a costed, visible project like a van, a kitchen, a repair or a season of a programme.
Because backers receive a reward, a pledge is generally not a tax-deductible charitable gift. Ask your accountant how to record it.
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How churches, youth sports, community groups and registered nonprofits run a reward-based fundraising campaign — with a reduced platform fee and EIN verification.
How congregations, PTAs, sports clubs and community groups can run a reward-based campaign — what to raise for, who to ask, and how the rules differ.
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Generally not, because the backer receives a reward in return — even when a verified nonprofit runs the campaign.
An EIN is the federal tax ID for an organisation. We use it to confirm that the nonprofit on the campaign is the one that exists on paper.