eScrip FAQ

What is the eScrip program?

Introduced by Electronic Scrip Inc. (ESI), the eScrip program is a fundraising program that allows participating merchants to contribute a percentage of your grocery loyalty cards, credit card, and debit/ATM card purchases to the school or organization of your choice. (See eScrip merchant list for participating merchants and cards accepted by each merchant.) Paper-based fundraising programs have become a proven benefit to schools, churches, organizations, and to all the children involved with these participating organizations. The eScrip program brings an unprecedented ease of use and many other advantages to fundraising programs -- it's the best vehicle for simple, year-round fundraising. The eScrip program streamlines the whole fundraising process and puts everyone -- the organization, the kids, their parents, and the community -- in the winner's circle.

Does eScrip require a special card?

No, to use the program, you simply register your existing grocery loyalty cards, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, diners Club, debit/ATM cards and merchant cards such as OfficeMax and use them every time you shop. These merchants have agreed to donate a percentage of your expenditures to your enrolled school or organization.

What cards does the eScrip program accept for registration?

Grocery loyalty cards (i.e. Safeway), Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and debit/ATM cards.

How can I locate my Safeway Card Number?

Your Safeway card number is the 11 digits on the front of your Safeway Card. If you are unable to locate your Safeway card, call Safeway at 1-877-723-3929.

Is eScrip different than Scrip?

YES! Scrip is the company name for the program the Foothill PFA uses for our gift card fundraiser (buying prepaid gift cards that give a percentage back to our school). eScrip is NOT related to Scrip, except that both are ongoing fundraisers that bring in money for our school. However, if you buy a Safeway card from the Gift Card program, be sure you still use your Safeway club card upon checkout. Therefore, our school will continue to benefit from your purchases through eScrip, too!

What about airline miles and other rewards associated with these cards?

The eScrip contributions you earn by using an eScrip registered debit or credit card have nothing to do with the benefits that may be offered by the debit/credit card provider, and you will still continue to earn these benefits from these providers. This is the beauty of registering all the cards you frequently use - you earn for your favorite group, while still earning rewards from your debit/credit card provider - a real win-win!

eScrip does have partnerships with other rewards companies that administer the contributions you earn for such things as eScrip Dining (administered by Rewards Network) and online shopping (administered by Incentive Networks). These companies do offer eScrip contributions when using their services. They may also offer other types of rewards, such as airline miles, cash back, or other rewards. In these cases you will have to choose the type of reward you prefer, but you can not get both, or all, of their rewards offerings (called "Double Dipping"). However, you will still continue to receive any rewards you earn from your Debit/Credit card provider, even if you use these services.

Can card registrants support more than one organization?

Yes, the donation can be split up to three ways. You can easily select up to 3 groups during your initial online registration or go to My eScrip to update your account information online.

How do card registrants change the organization they wish to support?

Go to My eScrip to update your account information online or send email to supporters@escrip.com.

Security Concerns

Is it safe to be giving out credit card numbers to eScrip?

ESI has contracted with a national processor who provides state-of-the-art technology for administration of the eScrip program. ESI's process involves flagging these card numbers for program use. The participating retailers provide the processor with the purchase information so a donation amount can be applied. ESI's systems have met the strict requirements of the participating merchants in the area of security, safety and confidentiality. For additional information read our

What about privacy and security of my personal information?

ESI places a tremendous value on the relationships it has with eScrip program participants across the country. Safeguarding personal information is one of our highest commitments. ESI will not license, sell, exchange or distribute any specific information about its eScrip participants to any third parties who are not directly involved in the eScrip program. By participating in the eScrip program, you are authorizing ESI to use information relating to your registered card transactions for the limited purposes of processing rebates to your designated organization and providing cumulative reports to your organization. No purchase details are given to ESI for the eScrip program. For additional information read our privacy policy.

The eScrip program uses state-of-the art technology for customer support and administration. These systems have met strict requirements, in the areas of security and safety, of participating merchants and processors. (See eScrip program terms and conditions on the card registration forms for specific details.)

Reporting

How will I know how much I have contributed using the eScrip program?

Monthly statements are available online by accessing My eScrip. Your organization will also receive a consolidated report showing the amount contributed in your name. Reports online are available for both group coordinators and supporters of the program.

Why isn't my password accepted when I try to "sign on" to My eScrip?

Passwords are case sensitive. Make sure your CAPS LOCK key is properly set. Additionally, passwords must not contain any spaces or special characters. Double check to make sure that you entered your password and username correctly. If you are experiencing difficulties send email to supporters@escrip.com.

How much is donated to my school?

Information on donated amounts can be found at this link.

*For an extended list of FAQ’s, go to:

http://www.escrip.com/program/FAQs.jsp

Additional Questions?

Contact your eScrip coordinators: foothill_ms_escrip@yahoo.com