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Online Gift Policy

DONATIONS TO LEND A HAND UP:

Donations made to Lend A Hand Up with an intent to expand the giving capacity of the program are generally considered to be tax-deductible according to IRS guidelines. 


DONATIONS MADE TO LEND A HAND UP THROUGH AN AUCTION:

Should a gift amount exceed the value of an item/service purchased, the amount above the fair market value may be considered tax-deductible, but only if the excess amount was made with an intent to make a charitable contribution to Lend A Hand Up. 


DONATIONS TO INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY BENEFIT FUNDS:

Donations directed to benefit an individual/family fund, including those made through an auction, are generally NOT considered to be tax-deductible according to IRS guidelines. 


REFUND POLICY:

Lend A Hand Up considers all donations to family fundraisers to be nonrefundable. Lend A Hand Up may consider returning donations, but only in limited circumstances. If you have made an error with your donation or changed your mind, you have 30 days from the donation date to contact us with your concerns.