Effective Date: 20/02/2025

At ZeroBlind, we greatly appreciate your support. Your donations help us further our mission and continue providing services to those in need. This Donations Policy outlines the terms and conditions related to making a donation through our website.

1. How Donations Are Processed

Donations are processed securely via our GiveWP donation plugin, which follows industry-standard encryption protocols to ensure your financial data is safe. By donating, you acknowledge that all financial transactions are handled by GiveWP, and we take no responsibility for the processing or storing of sensitive payment information.

2. Donation Methods

We accept donations via the payment methods available through GiveWP, which may include credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, or other available methods. The available payment methods may vary and are subject to change over time. You can select your preferred method during the donation process.

3. Donation Amounts

You may donate any amount through the donation form on our website. We offer suggested donation amounts, but you are welcome to enter your own preferred donation amount.

4. Donation Refunds

All donations made to ZeroBlind are final and non-refundable. We encourage you to review your donation before submitting it. If you believe there has been an error in processing your donation, please contact us for further assistance.

5. Receipt and Acknowledgment

Upon successful completion of your donation, you will receive an electronic receipt for your records. The receipt will include details of the donation amount, payment method, and a thank you for your contribution.

6. Use of Donations

Donations are used exclusively to fund our programs and operations at ZeroBlind. Your contribution supports our mission to e.g., “raise awareness, provide services, and advocate for people affected by blindness or vision impairment”].

7. Privacy and Security

We respect your privacy. The personal information you provide during the donation process will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. We will not share or sell your personal details to third parties. Your information is stored securely and is only used for donation processing or communication regarding your donation.

8. Tax-Deductible Donations

As ZeroBlind is a registered charitable organisation, donations may be eligible for tax deductions under Australian law. Please consult with your tax advisor to determine if your donation qualifies for a tax deduction. We will provide a tax receipt for eligible donations in accordance with Australian tax regulations.

9. Changes to Donation Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Donations Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how your donations are handled.d on this page with an updated effective date.