Questions and Answers about donations
From whom does the Foundation accept donations?
The Foundation accepts donations from any donor (whether corporate, foundation or an individual) provided that acceptance of the donation would not threaten the integrity of the Foundation, the UN Global Compact Office or the initiative as a whole. In general, it is expected that contributors to the Foundation will be participants or other stakeholders of the Global Compact.
What are donated funds spent on?
Contributions are used to fund important activities of the Global Compact Office, such as events, publications and studies aimed at raising awareness of the UN Global Compact, its principles and how to implement them. Click here to see current funding priorities. To maximize the benefit that flows from donations, administrative costs are kept to a minimum. All administrative work is carried out on a voluntary basis.
What forms of payment are accepted?
Donations can be made by cheque or money order in United States dollars. We hope to enable credit card payments in the near future.
Are in kind donations accepted?
Cash contributions are preferred because they are more used for the identified priorities. However, in kind donations will be considered on a case by case basis.
Are contributions to the Foundation tax deductible?
Whether contributions to the Foundation are tax deductible will depend on the tax laws of your country. In many countries, contributions to charities, like the Foundation, are tax deductible as a business expense for companies. The Foundation is in the process of seeking 501(3)(c) status.
Can donations be earmarked?
Donations to the Foundation cannot currently be earmarked. Donations are used for events, publications, studies and other activities aimed at raising awareness of the UN Global Compact, its principles and how to implement them.
If I donate, can I use the Global Compact logo?
Use of the Global Compact name and logos is covered by a logo policy.
If I donate, can I use the logo of the Foundation for the Global Compact?
Use of the Foundation's name and logo is covered by a logo policy.