FOU volunteers work on projects at their own expenses so that 100% donations will completely and directly benefit the underprivileged. There are several ways to support FOU projects: Friends of the Underprivileged is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions to FOU are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
1) Bank wire transfer: Please contact FOU at f_o_u@yahoo.com for details
2) Online Donation using Zelle:
You can set up an option from most bank account to donate via Zelle. This inter-bank service offers fast and convenient donation without any transaction fee.
Type a donation amount in US dollars (no minimum amount) on Zelle's send money screen.
Use our email address code "f_o_u@yahoo.com"
Add your contact information and specify the donation allocation in the note.
Upon receiving, our Treasurer will acknowledge the contribution and send back an official receipt.
-- The Zelle inter-bank service is offered among US banks only. -- More information on Zelle fund transfer
3) Corporate matching: Many organizations encourage their employees (even retired employees) to donate to a charity group of their choice, and provide matching fund. Please contact your companies for details. FOU will be happy to provide necessary documentations for the process.
