How can I donate to ELIE Circle Institute Inc.?
We welcome your support and are grateful for your generosity. Donations may be made using the following methods: Zelle or check. Zelle donations can be sent to the email address registered with our nonprofit bank account with US Bank: donations@eliecircle.org. Please include your full name and email address in the memo field. You may also mail a check to:
ELIE Circle Institute Inc.
3030 Greenmount Ave Suite 300 #544443
Baltimore, MD 21218
Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Yes. All donations are acknowledged with a digital receipt within five business days of the donation being received, provided a valid email address is supplied. Receipts are issued electronically only. Donors must provide a valid email address in order to receive their receipt.
What information is included on my donation receipt?
Donation receipts include the name of the organization, ELIE Circle Institute Inc., the donation amount, the date the donation was received, and a statement confirming that no goods or services were provided in exchange for the contribution unless otherwise specified. This information is provided to support donor record keeping and tax reporting requirements.
Is my donation tax deductible?
ELIE Circle Institute Inc. is a nonprofit organization recognized as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions may be tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors should consult their tax advisor regarding their individual circumstances.
Are there IRS requirements donors should be aware of?
For federal tax purposes, the Internal Revenue Service requires donors to retain a written acknowledgment for any single contribution of $250 or more. ELIE Circle Institute Inc. provides written electronic acknowledgments to meet these substantiation requirements. Donors are responsible for retaining their receipts for their records.
Why do you require donor contact information for Zelle donations?
Zelle is a peer to peer payment platform and does not always provide donor contact information to recipients. In order to issue a proper receipt and maintain accurate records, ELIE Circle Institute Inc. requires donors to provide their full name and valid email address with each donation.
Are donations made through Zelle secure?
Zelle uses bank level security measures; however, donors should be aware that this platform is not designed specifically for charitable fundraising. ELIE Circle Institute Inc. recommends donors confirm payment details carefully before submitting their donation.
I am getting the error message "URL is not allowed in the memo." on Zelle when I try to add my email address in the memo section. What should I do?
You can add your email address in the following format: donations@eliecircle(dot)org. You may also send an email to donations@eliecircle.org after making the donation on Zelle.
What legal disclosures apply to ELIE Circle Institute Inc. as a Maryland nonprofit?
ELIE Circle Institute Inc. complies with the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act. A copy of our current financial statement is available upon request by contacting ELIE Circle Institute Inc. directly. Documents and information submitted to the Maryland Office of the Secretary of State are available for public inspection for the cost of copying and postage.
Can I request ELIE Circle Institute Inc.’s financial information?
Yes. Donors may request a copy of our most recent financial statements. Requests may be submitted in writing, and documents will be provided in accordance with Maryland state law.
Who can I contact with questions about my donation?
Questions regarding donations, receipts, or donor records may be directed to ELIE Circle Institute Inc. at donations@eliecircle.org or via our website at eliecircle.org.