Answers to the questions we hear most.

Seedling Social Giving is a nonprofit social giving platform that helps people discover verified charitable causes, create fundraising campaigns, share them with others, and support nonprofit organizations through charitable giving. Every public Seedling is connected to an eligible nonprofit, so supporters know where their gifts are going.

A Seedling is a short-form fundraising campaign built around a video story for a verified nonprofit. It can be as simple as a donate button or include goals, updates, matching gifts, QR codes, live event tools, and sharing features.

Seedling is for anyone who wants to support verified nonprofit organizations—donors, nonprofits, advocates, creators, community groups, and mission-aligned partners.

Yes. Browse public Seedlings, learn about the causes behind them, and donate without creating your own campaign. You can also follow campaigns and share them with others.

Seedling is built specifically for charitable fundraising connected to eligible nonprofit organizations. Personal fundraising belongs on platforms designed for that purpose.

No. Authentic stories matter more than polished production. A clear, honest video explaining the cause, the people behind it, and why support matters is usually the most effective.

Yes, when fundraising supports an eligible nonprofit organization and the campaign is managed by adults. Schools, PTAs, classrooms, clubs, and community groups can all use Seedling while following applicable participation and consent requirements.

Seedling is built specifically for verified nonprofit fundraising. Every public campaign is reviewed and connected to an eligible nonprofit organization. Unlike a static donation page, a Seedling combines video storytelling, updates, matching opportunities, sharing tools, and community engagement in one place.

Generosity grows when people share it. Every share introduces a campaign to new supporters and creates more opportunities for others to give, participate, and spread the word.

Giving is more than a transaction. Seedlings combine stories, updates, milestones, and supporter conversations so people stay connected to the cause long after making a donation.

Start with a simple campaign and add features as your audience grows. Updates, matching gifts, QR codes, milestones, and sharing tools help supporters stay engaged and invite others to participate.

Yes. Seedlings work well at galas, fundraisers, community events, classrooms, churches, and meetings. Live displays, QR codes, and real-time progress make it easy for people to participate on the spot.

Yes. Seedlings are designed to be shared wherever people already connect—through QR codes, email, social media, websites, embeds, and live displays.

Choose a public Seedling, make a donation, and follow its progress through updates and milestones. Campaign teams can add new content, recognize supporters, and run matching opportunities to keep momentum growing.

Yes. Sponsors can support campaigns through matching gifts, timed challenges, and other giving initiatives that encourage more people to participate.

Yes. Campaigns can offer up to four suggested giving levels or keep things simple with a single donation button.

No. Campaigns can set a fundraising goal, continue beyond a goal, or simply accept ongoing support. Seedling adapts to the needs of each campaign.

Yes. Preview videos let organizations build awareness, recruit supporters, and prepare for launch before donations begin.

Yes. Campaigns can share updates, new videos, milestones, thank-yous, and event reminders to keep supporters engaged and encourage continued sharing.

Campaigns evolve. Post updates whenever milestones change, new sponsors join, or supporters need to know what's happening next.

Yes. A campaign can include many individual Seedlings, each with its own story, audience, and fundraising page. Every donation automatically contributes toward the shared campaign goal.

Yes. Organizations can recognize high-performing Seedlings, teams, or community groups to encourage participation and celebrate momentum.

Yes. Campaigns can include digital thank-you videos, supporter shout-outs, milestones, and behind-the-scenes updates that make donors feel appreciated.

No. Seedling is designed for charitable giving, not product fulfillment. We encourage digital thank-yous that recognize generosity without adding shipping or inventory complexity.

Launch campaigns with video stories, post updates, engage supporters, run matching campaigns, display live giving at events, and manage giving records—all in one platform. Start simple and add more features as your campaign grows.

Supporters, volunteers, creators, alumni, parents, employees, and community members can create Seedlings that introduce your organization to their own networks. Every Seedling expands your reach while supporting the same nonprofit.

No. Anyone can create a Seedling for a verified nonprofit they care about. Donations always go directly to the nonprofit—not to the person who created the campaign.

No. Seedling works for organizations of every size. Launch a simple campaign or build a larger initiative with multiple Seedlings, updates, matching gifts, and live giving experiences.

Because donor trust comes first. Donors decide whether to share their contact information with your organization, helping build relationships through permission rather than assumption.

Yes. Seedling Social Giving is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is helping other nonprofits expand their reach and grow charitable giving.

Every public Seedling is reviewed before publication to verify nonprofit eligibility, campaign content, and the destination of charitable funds. This review helps maintain a trusted platform for donors and nonprofits alike.

Donations are made to Seedling Social Giving and regranted to eligible nonprofit organizations in accordance with our charitable mission and policies. Every public Seedling is connected to a verified nonprofit before it goes live.

Yes. Seedling provides donation receipts and giving records for eligible contributions. Individual tax treatment depends on applicable law and personal circumstances.

Some thank-you gifts or experiences may have value that affects how a donation is recorded for tax purposes. Most campaigns won't need this, but we support responsible charitable fundraising when they do.

Seedling uses trusted public nonprofit sources, including Charity Navigator where available, to help verify organizations and provide donors with additional information.

Charity data comes from Charity Navigator and other public sources. If information appears incorrect, organizations should update the original source whenever possible. Seedling can also update information within supported areas of the platform.

A Charity Navigator rating is only one part of your story. Seedling encourages organizations to communicate their mission, impact, and progress through campaigns that help supporters understand the work behind the rating.

Many legitimate nonprofits don't yet have a Charity Navigator rating. Seedling can still verify eligible organizations and help them tell their story through campaigns, videos, and updates.

Not yet. Seedling is a nonprofit organization, and we expect to pursue the same standards of transparency and accountability that we encourage for every organization on the platform.

That depends on your privacy settings. You can choose whether your name appears publicly and, where supported, whether your contact information is shared with the nonprofit you support.

No. You decide whether to share your contact information with the nonprofit. Seedling gives donors control over how they're contacted.

Yes. Organizations can moderate comments and manage campaign content to keep conversations respectful, constructive, and focused on the cause.

Reported campaigns are reviewed by Seedling. We investigate concerns and may remove or suspend content that violates our policies or misrepresents a charitable campaign.

Yes. Organizations can choose whether comments are enabled based on the needs of their campaign and community.

Seedling follows applicable child privacy laws. Accounts and campaigns involving minors require appropriate adult participation and consent where required.

Donations are processed securely through our payment partners using industry-standard security practices.

Any platform or payment-processing fees are clearly disclosed before a donation is completed, so donors always know how their contribution is being used.

Yes. Sponsors may choose to offset platform or payment-processing costs, allowing more of each donation to support charitable work.

Campaign funds are distributed according to Seedling's charitable policies after campaign completion and required review. Organizations receive updates throughout the process.

Refund requests are handled according to Seedling's policies and applicable laws. If you need help with a donation, our support team is here to assist.

Most donations to eligible nonprofit organizations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Seedling provides donation receipts for eligible gifts.

Some donations may be completed as a guest, while others may require an account depending on the campaign and available features.

Yes. Your account includes donation history, receipts, and giving records to help you keep track of your charitable contributions.

Yes. You can update your profile, preferences, and account information at any time.

Yes. Seedling is designed for phones, tablets, and desktop browsers, making it easy to discover, support, and share campaigns wherever you are.

Visit our Contact page or reach out through the support options provided on the website. We're happy to help.