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 transfer and personal check: Please contact FOU at [email protected] 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.
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.
