FAQ's

Pledge Foundation was registered in the year 2021 as Pratijnya Foundation under section 8 of Companies Act, 2013

Pledge Foundation’s registered name is Pratijnya Foundation

Pledge Foundation’s (Pratijnya Foundation) registered Pan number is AALCP8268M

Pledge actually means “a solemn promise” A very serious, formal, dignified promise to do something.

Pledge Foundation has strategically formed five activities apart from the core programmes. This makes sure that we can go an extra mile for the community in an innovative and creative way. Following are the ones; The Happiness Project, KhushiyonkaTyohar, Hungry Souls, Service Sunday, Pledge Army

There are six primary areas in which we run programmes, namely Healthcare, Education, Water, Food and Hunger, Women Empowerment, Rural Development

Pledge Foundation works on a pan-India basis. Our work focuses on India; we do not have projects in other countries.

We value the support provided by our donors. Therefore, their privacy concerns regarding the safety of their personal information is of paramount importance. The donor data is not exposed or shared with any external agencies.

Yes, Pledge Foundation has received its 80G and the unique registration number is ​​AALCP8268MF20214.

Tax exemption will be given to all the donors with the registered name; i.e. Pratijnya Foundation

Yes, Pledge Foundation do provide receipts to donors for the contribution received via email.

You are eligible to receive 80G for your contribution. However, you will have to claim it from the links given once you donate. However, make sure that you enter correct details while donating, since 80G will be given to you with your entered information. Once you have claimed the 80G you will not receive a refund.

You are eligible to get 80G. Donations to Pledge Foundation i.e. Pratijnya Foundation qualify for deduction u/s 80G(5) of Income Tax Act 1961. You can Donate - pledgefoundation.org/donate

We receive funding from individuals like you, corporates and institutions.

Pledge Foundation always focuses on quality outcomes. So, we choose projects based on a strategic programming framework, which provides guidance on matters of where we work, with whom and for what outcome.

There is a rigorous process of due diligence which an NGO has to go through before they are cleared to work with us.

We regret that we do not share the personal details of the beneficiaries with our donors. The money collected from our fundraising initiatives are pooled together, and then utilised among the programmes according to the needs and urgency. Your contribution does not get directed to a single beneficiary.

You can donate products which are needed for our programmes. Choose the Cause, select products and donate. Pledge Foundation will buy the products and will utilise it for the programmes. You can Donate - pledgefoundation.org/donate

No, Pledge Foundation does not accept donations in foreign (non-INR) currency. We are not registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010

No. Pledge Foundation doesn’t receive any Institutional foreign funding as we are not registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010

Yes, we do. We do intensive training sessions with them so that they are fully knowledgeable about Pledge Foundation and its programmes, and can share important information as and when required.

Yes. Charity donation websites as a primary resource to donate is very cost-effective unlike other channels like field offices or call centres

No. But if this is the first time that you are making an online transaction that involves the use of a credit card, you need to ensure that the transaction is secure. It is always better to use the most updated browser.

It is safe. We adopt and ensure stringent security measures to protect critically sensitive information, including your personal information and your credit card details.

We have the latest transaction options. You can make a donation by using Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Wallet and Net Banking.

We are committed to protecting your personal information. For more details, please do read our Privacy Policy - https://pledgefoundation.org privacypolicy.

It most certainly does. A small amount goes a long way. In fact, individuals’ contributions form almost 90 to 95% of our income. Taken together, it is these seemingly small contributions that collectively add up to a large amount needed to effect change. Every single rupee that you donate to the Pledge Foundation has an extensive impact on society and bring about a change. Every individual’s contribution is important. Your funds get utilized for our programmes and our registered activities.

Pledge Foundation has built its trust with donors by showing the exact work done, through the impact reports - pledgefoundation.org/our-impact, and by being a Catalyst for Change in the Non-profit sector. For our work, we are featured and mentioned by various media houses.

Making an online donation is simple and secure! Here’s what you have to do to make an online donation on the Pledge Foundation website Specify your donation details Specify the mode of payment Your selection will be displayed for a quick review. Please check the information carefully and ensure that it is correct. If not, change them as desired. Once you confirm that the enlisted details are correct, you will be taken to a secure payment gateway Fill in your banking details; after which, you will get an immediate confirmation of your donation You will also receive an email confirmation with the unique transaction ID of your donation

You can always email us to update any change in information regarding your address or phone number at indiandonors@pledgefoundation.org

Yes, you are eligible to get upto 50% Income Tax Exemption under section 80G of the Income Tax Act 1961. Donations to Pledge Foundation i.e. Pratijnya Foundation qualify for deduction u/s 80G(5) of Income Tax Act 1961. There are other benefits apart from Tax exemption, we do give media shoutouts to our donors.

Certainly! We do share PDF of the 80G certificate instantly to your email. However, you have to claim it once you have made a donation. And this receipt is valid for residents of India only. Our PAN Number is AALCP8268M. Please note: once you have claimed the tax benefits you are not eligible to get a refund.

About Pledge Foundation’s refund policy - pledgefoundation.org/refund-policy/ Pledge Foundation takes the utmost care to process donations as per the instructions given by our donors, online and offline. However, in case of an unlikely event of an erroneous donation or if the donor would like to cancel his donation, Pledge Foundation will respond to the donor within 7 working days of receiving a valid request for refund from the donor. The timely refund of the donation will depend upon the type of credit card/banking instrument used during the transaction. The donor will have to send Pledge Foundation a written request for a refund within 2 days of making the donation to Pledge Foundation’s official address or email indiandonors@pledgefoundation.org along with- 1. Proof of the deduction of the donation amount.2. In cases where the donation receipt has already been issued to the donor, the donor will have to return the original receipt to us at our office addresses.3. If the tax exemption certificate is already claimed by the donor with the provided link after donation success, then we won’t be able to refund the donation. However, in case of a valid refund request due to any error on Pledge Foundation’s part, Pledge Foundation will refund the donation and bear the costs of the same.

You can discontinue your monthly contribution to Pledge Foundation. You will need to make a request at least 2 weeks in advance, before your next auto-debit date. You can write to indiandonors@pledgefoundation.org or Call/Whatsapp +91 9004260452 for any assistance.

For more assistance and/or information on donating to Pledge Foundation please do write to indiandonors@pledgefoundation.org or Call/Whatsapp +91 9004260452.

Enter your correct details while donating as it gets filled in Tax exemption receipt. Once you have donated, you will receive a confirmation on the donation success page and in the email itself and it will have the option to claim a tax exemption certificate. You will have to enter your correct details inorder to claim it. Note: Once tax exemption certificate has been claimed, refund cannot be given.

You can contribute by using your credit / debit card online. Both Mastercard and Visa are accepted

You will be taken to the online donation form. Please ensure your donation amount is correct. This amount can be changed by clicking on it right there. If you select Credit Card, you will be prompted to select your preferred credit card Click on proceed to be redirected to the secure payment gateway If you select Via Bank, you will receive the necessary instructions on the same page You will receive an instant receipt for all your online donations along with the donation amount and receipt number.

You will be taken to an online donation form. Please fill up all the required details and click on continue. Select the card type that you wish to use and click on proceed You will be redirected to a secure payment gateway

Select a donation scheme and specify the amount Your donation amount will show up on the right If you are donating just once to begin with, click on ‘I am giving just this once’ If you are interested in giving recurring donations via credit card or bank, click ‘I want to make it a habit’ Click here to donate - pledgefoundation.org/donate/

Our selection process is based on the values of trust, transparency, partnership and accountability. Pledge Foundation’s Development Support Division works closely with partners to understand their needs, ensure resources are optimally used through regular budgeting and reporting systems aided by Account Aid, a firm of chartered accountants specialising in this sector.

You can access our Annual Reports online - pledgefoundation.org/about-us/resources/annual-reports/

The full-time employees are given regular salaries. We believe that this is important to attract the professional talent we need to manage our activities (and your resources) effectively. It is important to note, however, that Pledge Foundation salaries are modest in comparison with commercial organisations.