Donations
Donation & Fund Utilization Policy
How donations are received, recorded, acknowledged and used, and how donor information is handled.
FCO Assessment Foundation may receive donations and voluntary contributions in support of its educational programs. This policy explains how such contributions are handled.
Donations and Voluntary Contributions
Donations are voluntary and may be made through the payment options available on the website or other channels notified by FCO. Contributions are accepted in line with applicable Indian laws and regulations.
Donor Information
Donor details are collected only to process the contribution, issue a receipt, meet record-keeping requirements and communicate about the use of funds where appropriate. Donor information is handled under our Privacy Policy and is not sold. A donor may request that their name not be published.
Donation Receipts
A receipt or acknowledgement is issued for donations received, based on the details provided by the donor. Donors should ensure that the details submitted at the time of donation are accurate.
Fund Utilization
Donations are utilised according to the organisation's stated objectives and applicable legal requirements. Funds may be applied to:
- Assessment and student development programs
- Educational awareness and school outreach activities
- Program materials, technology and delivery costs
- Reasonable administrative and operational expenses required to run the programs
Transparency and Records
Records of contributions and their utilisation are maintained, and accounts are prepared in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Donor Communication
Donors may receive updates about programs and the impact of contributions. A donor may opt out of such communication at any time.
Refund or Return of Donations
Donations are generally not refundable once processed. Where a donation is made in error, is a duplicate, or involves an incorrect amount, the donor may contact us promptly and the matter is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Tax Treatment
Any tax treatment of a donation depends on the specific donation, the applicable legal provisions and the organisation's status at that time. FCO does not make any general claim of tax benefit, and donors should confirm applicability independently.
Contact
For donation queries, write to support@fcofoundation.org or call +91 8341427788.
Questions about our policies?
For questions, concerns or requests relating to FCO Assessment Foundation policies, please contact our team.