All organizations receiving donations must be active in our Spotlight directory and in compliance with AOGF requirements. AOGF requires that recipient organizations must be:
501(c)(3) organizations or 509(a) Public Nonprofits under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code;
In good standing with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service with valid tax-exempt status; and
In compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations in the jurisdictions in which they operate;
And must not be:
On any “watch list” or sanctions list; or
Located in any OFAC-sanctioned countries or regions.
Spotlighter may make contributions to their DAF account via debit card, credit card, or Apple Pay payment through Spotlight Platforms. Additional methods of making contributions may be added in the future without notice.
In accordance with the law, no refunds will be given after the donation is processed. All contributions to a DAF account are unconditional and irrevocable. Once contributions are made to a DAF account, AOGF retains the ultimate control over how the funds are distributed. If you have questions, please contact people@spotlight.xyz.
Spotlight does not provide legal or tax advice to Spotlighters, and recommends that Spotlighters consult with a tax advisor for guidance specific to their personal financial and tax situation. Generally, Spotlighters who are U.S. taxpayers may take allowable tax deductions after contributing to a DAF account. America Online Giving Foundation is tax exempt under tax ID 81-0739440. This charitable deduction may be used to offset a portion of taxable income; however, the amount eligible for deduction varies depending on a donor’s filing status, income, and contribution made. Donors are only eligible for a tax deduction when making the initial contribution to a DAF account; donors may not take an additional deduction when a donation is recommended to a nonprofit or if they receive funds via a wallet-to-wallet transfer from another Spotlighter, organization, or employer.
Some employers offer their employees the ability to receive a matching donation for a donation made to a qualified nonprofit organization. Please consult with your employer to find out if donations made to a DAF qualify.