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I’m a student. Should I ask my classmates to donate?
I’m a student. Should I ask my classmates to donate?
You can, but it usually doesn’t work well. Most students don’t have their own income and depend on their parents. It’s better to reach out to families, relatives, neighbours, or working professionals who can give comfortably.
If your classmates’ parents know you, reach out to them directly — they’re more likely to support you and the cause.
Can I donate myself?
Can I donate myself?
Yes, you can! Even a small recurring donation of ₹500 or ₹1,000 a month makes a big difference.
Recurring donations help children continue their education throughout the year and help MAD plan long-term support. It’s also a meaningful way for you to stay connected to the impact you’re creating
How do donors get receipts?
How do donors get receipts?
Receipts are sent automatically after the donation is made.
- Online donations: Donors receive an instant acknowledgement by SMS (if local) and an email receipt right away.
- Recurring donations: Donors receive an email each month confirming the successful debit.
- Cash donations: We don’t accept cash donations. Donations can only be made online through UPI or the official donation link.
- In-kind donations: Items or materials can be contributed only after checking with your chapter team for current needs.
What is 80G and 10BE?
What is 80G and 10BE?
- 80G Certificate: Issued by MAD to all eligible donors for claiming income-tax deductions on their donations in India.
- 10BE Certificate: A mandatory document issued at the end of the financial year that confirms the total amount donated. It helps donors file their tax returns.
What if someone asks how they can donate?
What if someone asks how they can donate?
You can say:
“All donations should be made through MAD’s official donation link or by UPI. We don’t accept cash, as it can’t be tracked for receipts or compliance. Once you donate, you’ll get an instant receipt by email.”What if someone wants to give items instead of money?
What if someone wants to give items instead of money?
That’s possible — but only certain items can be accepted. Ask your chapter team before collecting anything in-kind, so it matches what the shelter or programme currently needs.
What if someone asks, “How exactly does MAD help children?”
What if someone asks, “How exactly does MAD help children?”
You can keep it simple:
“Through MAD, children get the steady academic, emotional, and financial support they need to stay in school. Many of them come from unstable homes or low-income backgrounds. With consistent care, they don’t drop out — they learn, grow, and build confidence to live independent lives.”
If they want more details, you can share MAD’s impact report or stories from your own experience.
What if someone says they’ll donate later?
What if someone says they’ll donate later?
That’s perfectly fine! Thank them sincerely and send the donation link right away. Gently follow up a few days later with a short message like, “Hey, just checking in if you got a chance to make the donation. Every bit really helps.”
Follow-ups are a normal part of fundraising — they show care and consistency.
What if they ask for more proof or want to “see something” before donating?
What if they ask for more proof or want to “see something” before donating?
You can share:
- The MAD poster or campaign link.
- A short impact story from your own experience.
- The MAD website or Annual Impact Report link.
What if they say, “I want to know where my money is going”?
What if they say, “I want to know where my money is going”?
You can say:
“Your donation helps children stay in school and continue learning. It supports things like scholarships, books, mentoring sessions, and emotional well-being. MAD makes sure the support reaches children who need it most.” Donors will receive quarterly impact reports post donation
“Your donation helps children stay in school and continue learning. It supports things like scholarships, books, mentoring sessions, and emotional well-being. MAD makes sure the support reaches children who need it most.” Donors will receive quarterly impact reports post donation
What if they ask, “Why not give the money directly to the children?”
What if they ask, “Why not give the money directly to the children?”
You can say:
“Direct cash doesn’t help in the long run. MAD turns donations into consistent support — like education, mentoring, and care — that truly changes a child’s life. We stay with them until they’re independent"What if I feel awkward asking people for money?
What if I feel awkward asking people for money?
That’s normal for everyone at first. You’re not asking for yourself — you’re inviting people to be part of something meaningful. When you speak from your own experience — why you volunteer, what you’ve seen change in the children — it becomes easy and natural.Remember, people give because you care enough to ask.
What if they ask, “Can I help in some other way?”
What if they ask, “Can I help in some other way?”
Yes! You can tell them:
“Of course — even sharing the campaign with others helps a lot. You can also volunteer, follow MAD’s work online, or spread the word within your network. You can help by sharing the donation link”
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