Contact the RAINN Development Team using development@rainn.org or call (202) 590-8259. Please direct your question here if not answered below.  

Below are the most frequently asked questions about donating to RAINN.

1. What is RAINN’s tax ID number?
2. Is RAINN a tax-exempt organization?
3. Is my donation tax deductible?
4. How do I include RAINN in my will?
5. How can I fundraise for RAINN?
6. What is workplace giving?
7. How do I donate to RAINN through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)?
8. Where is my donation receipt?
9. How can I refund my donation or purchase?
10. How do I change or update my monthly donor information?
11. How do I make a donation in honor of someone?
12. How can I make a donation anonymously?
13. How do I make a donation without being added to RAINN’s email or mailing list?
14. What are the added benefits to donating during the COVID-19 health crisis?
15. How do I make a donation over the phone or by mail?
16. How much of my donation will go toward programs and services?
17. Is my donation secure?
18. What are my rights as a donor?

What is RAINN’s tax ID number?

RAINN’s tax ID number is 52-1886511.

 

Is RAINN a tax-exempt organization?

Yes. RAINN is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. In other words, we are a non-profit organization, and your donation to RAINN is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax ID number is: 52-1886511.

 

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes, all donations to RAINN are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law, as long as no goods or services were exchanged. You will receive an email confirmation immediately after submitting your donation, and this email can serve as a receipt for tax purposes. You will also receive a physical (paper) acknowledgement of your gift through the mail.

 

How do I include RAINN in my will?

Arranging a planned gift helps RAINN face future challenges and grow our programs to provide support to those who need it. There are many ways to include RAINN in your will, such as gifts tied to your estate, life income gifts, a charitable lead trust, and naming RAINN as a beneficiary of your retirement or insurance plan.

Choosing the right planned gift depends on your personal circumstances and financial goals. Please consult your financial advisor to determine the right option for you. You can also use Free Will, a free online tool that helps users create a will for their estate, and through which users can indicate RAINN as a beneficiary. Learn more about planned giving with RAINN.

 

How can I fundraise for RAINN?

Thank you for your interest in fundraising for RAINN. All across the country, generous individuals raise money for RAINN through creative projects, events, campaigns, and programs. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer supporter, the easiest way to get started is by reading through our fundraising page. RAINN also provides tips and support to all volunteer supporters to make your fundraiser fun and successful. Contact us at development@rainn.org with any questions or to sign up to raise funds for RAINN.

 

What is workplace giving?

Many employers offer workplace giving programs that can supplement your gift to RAINN. In some cases, a matching gift could double the impact of your gift to RAINN. To see if your company will match your gift to RAINN, use this Match Search Tool or check with your human resources department to see if your company offers this benefit.

 

How do I donate to RAINN through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)?

The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the workplace giving program of the federal government of the United States. Whether you’re a federal civilian, postal service worker, or a member of the military, you can donate through your employer to make a difference for survivors.

During CFC campaign season, you can pledge to support RAINN through automatic payroll deductions. RAINN is a member of the America's Best Charities federation, and our CFC organization code is 10488.

Learn more at rainn.org/cfc.

 

Where is my donation receipt?

Online donations:
You will receive an email confirmation after submitting your online donation. This email serves as your donation receipt. You can print or save the email as proof of receipt for tax purposes. You will also receive a physical (paper) acknowledgement of your gift through the mail.

Check donations:
If you donated by check to RAINN, you will receive a physical (paper) acknowledgement of your gift through the mail after your donation has been processed.

 

How can I obtain a refund for my donation or purchase?

RAINN is able to refund your donation in full or in part, within thirty days of your donation. To do so, please forward the email confirmation you received to development@rainn.org. We will issue a refund using your original method of payment and notify you when the refund has been processed. We appreciate your commitment to helping survivors and hope you'll continue to support RAINN in the future.

You may return merchandise purchased from RAINN within 60 days, as long as the items are unused and in the original packaging. Please forward the email confirmation you received to development@rainn.org with the reason for your return or include a physical copy in the returned package. Return products to: RAINN, 1220 L Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005. Original shipping fees are not refundable unless the return is a result of our error. We will issue a refund using your original method of payment and notify you when the refund has been processed.

 

How do I update or cancel my monthly donor information?

You can cancel or modify or cancel your monthly donation at any time. If you would like to make a change to your monthly donation or update your personal information, please email development@rainn.org or call (202) 590-8259.

 

How do I make a donation in honor of someone?

You can celebrate a loved one, mark a special occasion, or simply remind someone they are on your mind with a special gift to RAINN. You can also choose to make tribute gifts by collecting donations for a celebration, like a wedding, or in remembrance of a special person.

Check the box for “This gift is in honor or memory of someone.” on the donate page, located beneath the gift amount. You will be prompted to fill in the name of the person you are honoring. You can also add contact information and a personal note so that RAINN may notify this person of your special gift. The donation amount will not be specified in the note to your honoree, unless you instruct us otherwise.

You will receive an email confirmation of your gift. This email serves as your donation receipt. You can print or save the email as proof of receipt for tax purposes. You will also receive a physical (paper) acknowledgement of your gift through the mail. RAINN’s tax ID number (52-1886511).

Questions about your tribute gift? Email development@rainn.org or call (202) 590-8259.

 

How can I make a donation anonymously?

On the donate page, check the box that says, “This gift is anonymous.” This ensures that your name will not appear on our website or printed materials. Please note that RAINN will keep a record of your name and information associated with your gift in a secure database for payment processing purposes. RAINN will never share this information and will only use it for the purposes of communicating with you directly.

 

How do I make a donation without being added to RAINN’s email or mailing list?

Your privacy and security are important to us. While we need your contact information to process a credit card donation, we will honor your request to not contact you, other than to send you a tax receipt for your donation.

You can stop communication from RAINN in three ways:

• At any time, you can email development@rainn.org or call 202.590.8259 to be removed from our physical mailing list.

• At any time, you can email development@rainn.org or call 202.590.8259 to be removed from our email distribution list.

• If you receive an email from RAINN, please select “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email.

 

What are the added benefits to donating during the COVID-19 health crisis?

There were changes to the tax code and updates in other areas that could benefit you. Congress made several changes in 2019 that could increase the tax benefits of donating to charities in 2020 and potentially 2021. In addition, in response to the current coronavirus pandemic, some companies are expanding or altering their workplace matching programs in support of charities. You may also support RAINN while practicing social distancing and current health guidelines through choosing a new book, or sending gifts to friends and family. RAINN’s work is made possible by your generous support, please contact your financial advisor or other counsel when exploring your tax benefits.

 

How do I make a donation over the phone or by mail?

You can make a donation over the phone Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET. To do so, please call 202.590.8259.

You can also send a check or money order payable to RAINN:
RAINN,
1220 L Street NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005

We do not advise sending cash through the mail, as funds can be lost in transit.

 

How much of my donation will go toward programs and services?

More than 87 cents of every $1 goes to helping survivors and preventing sexual violence.  RAINN is committed to using funds responsibly to create and execute programs that make an impact in the lives of survivors of sexual violence, their loved ones, and the general public. Read more about RAINN’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and where your money goes.

 

Is my donation secure?

Your security is important to us, and we take every measure to ensure your information is protected. RAINN’s donation process complies with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The process is fully encrypted using industry best practices to ensure your personal and credit card information is kept private and secure. We perform frequent scans on our donation systems to ensure that your information is protected against threats. Find out more about RAINN’s payment processors at Authorize.net and Paypal.com.

 

What are my rights as a donor?

Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have the rights:

1. To be informed of the organization's mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.
2. To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization's governing board and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.
3. To have access to the organization's most recent financial statements.
4. To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
5. To receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition.
6. To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by the law.
7. To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature.
8. To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors.
9. To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share.
10. To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.

The Donor Bill of Rights was created by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Giving Institute: Leading Consultants to Non-Profits. It has been endorsed by numerous organizations.