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receipt How does MGF acknowledge or receipt my gift?
MGF mails or emails a receipt to each donor for each gift.
tax How can I get end of year giving information?
We will be sending a summary of the previous year's donation to our individual partners as soon aspossible after each year begins. This report will include everything necessary to qualify as a substantiation of your deductible contributions for Federal tax purposes.
How do I send my gift if I have misplaced my receipt?
Send your check and a short note, or use our downloadable Mail Donation Form, indicating you have misplaced your receipt. Please indicate your name, address, and the missionary's name and/or project that you desire to support. If you know your donor number from a prior receipt, please include it on your current check and/or note.
address What if I have a change of address?
Please call (209) 634-8575 or email the MGF office at mgf@mgfhq.org as soon as possible.
How can I keep a record of the amount I have contributed?
Your statement will include a line item for your monthly gift with a a donation total and a year-to-date total. Online donations will receive an email donation form. If you would prefer this mailed, please complete the Mail Donation Form.

 

credit card Can I Make a Donation with a Major Credit Card?
Yes. MGF uses PayPal, a leading Iternet payment gateway, to process all online transactions. Online donations to MGF missionaries and projects can be made using any major credit card, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. To make a donation, select the missionary or project name, along with the corresponding account number (if known). Then enter the amount you wish to donate in U.S. dollars and click "Donate." You will taken to the PayPal website to complete the transaction.
secure Is My Information Secure?
Yes. MGF uses PayPal, a leading Iternet gateway, to process all online transactions MGF does not sell or rent your personally identifiable information to third parties. We distribute peronsally identifiable information about you within MGF only to the extent necessary to fulfill the purpose(s) for which you have provided the information. For more information please see our privacy policy.
When would this automatic contribution be charged to my credit card?
For one time gifts, your account would be charged within a week of making the donation. For monthly recurring gifts, you can specify your gift to be made on the 8th or 22nd of each month.
question What if I change credit card accounts?
If you have set up a recurring gift you will need to contact us right away if you change credit card accounts.
fee Are there any service fees if I give by credit card?
Yes. PayPal charges approximately 3% of your gift in service fees on all credit card processed gifts.