Upfoundly is a global crowdfunding platform that connects people with innovative ideas and meaningful causes to supporters around the world. Anyone can create a fundraising campaign and safely receive online donations.
Anyone aged 18 or older may use Upfoundly as a donor or campaign creator, provided all local legal requirements and platform policies are met.
Yes. Upfoundly is designed for international use. Global availability depends on supported payment providers and their country coverage.
No. Upfoundly is a crowdfunding platform and marketplace — not a charitable organization. Donations go directly from donors to campaign creators.
Individuals, nonprofits, community groups, educators, inventors, and organizations may all create campaigns on Upfoundly.
- Social and humanitarian causes
- Community projects
- Medical and educational fundraising
- Environmental initiatives
- Creative and technology projects
- Fraud or scams
- Hate or extremist content
- Weapons or illegal goods
- Human trafficking or exploitation
- Drug trade or gambling
Yes. Campaigns undergo basic screening including identity checks and fraud monitoring. However, verification does not guarantee campaign success or fulfillment.
Yes. Campaign creators may update text, images, goals, progress posts, and timelines in compliance with platform rules.
Our safety team reviews all reports and may pause donations, request documentation, apply warnings, or remove campaigns entirely.compliance with platform rules.
Yes. Donations are processed through PCI-DSS compliant payment providers using encrypted connections. Full payment data is never stored on our servers.
Donations are generally non-refundable, except when fraud is confirmed, technical errors occur, or platform enforcement actions mandate reversals.
Yes. Donors can hide their public identity while campaign creators still receive necessary transaction data.
Yes. A donation receipt is emailed automatically after each successful transaction.
Yes. International donations are supported where payment services permit currency exchange.
Yes. Platform and payment processing fees apply. Fees are disclosed clearly before launching campaigns or donation confirmation.
No. All charges are entirely transparent - nothing is added after checkout.
Withdrawals become available after identity verification is completed. Processing timelines depend on the payment provider and country.
Donations are transferred directly to verified campaign creators, minus applicable fees. Upfoundly does not hold donor balances.
Yes. Upfoundly uses automated fraud monitoring, identity verification, community reporting tools, and manual reviews to limit misuse.
Use the “Report Campaign” flag () or email us immediately at: support@upfoundly.com
Yes. While donors and creators are responsible for resolution, our team assists with case mediation whenever possible.
Guest donations may be supported. Creating an account allows donation tracking, saved campaigns, and update notifications.
Contact: support@upfoundly.com. Certain verifications may be required for security.
All personal data is encrypted and protected using restricted-access systems. We never sell or rent personal data.
Yes. Under privacy laws such as GDPR, you may request access or erasure of your data by contacting: privacy@upfoundly.com
Tax deductibility varies by donor residence and whether the campaign creator is a registered charity. Consult a tax advisor.
No. Upfoundly only issues donation confirmations. Official tax receipts must come from registered charities directly.
Yes. We provide CSR-focused fundraising programs and co-branded initiatives.
Yes. NGOs may request verified badges and custom fundraising portals by contacting: partnerships@upfoundly.com
Contact your bank first. If unresolved, email: support@upfoundly.com
No. Staff will never request passwords or sensitive payment details.
Report suspicious content or messages to: abuse@upfoundly.com