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What information is sent to the donors?

The donor gets an instant acknowledgement mail along with an SMS. On receiving the reconciliation statement from the bank, a receipt is sent via e-mail immediately, followed by a hard copy by post (within India).
What will Aadvik do with my donation?

As soon as the donation through cheque or online is reconciled by the bank, the amount is allotted to the specific programme, which it has been meant for. The utilization and results are managed, monitored and audited. The outcome is reflected in the annual impact report, which is shared with the donors.
How much should I donate? (we can give break up of monthly expenditure of a child)

There is no specific amount that should be donated. However all the programmes have a detailed breakup of the expenditure displayed online.
What are the Tax benefits that a donor will get?

A donor will get 50% of tax exemption on the donation under section 80 G of Income Tax Act, 1961.
Do you issue Tax receipts? How soon will the receipts arrive?

Yes, tax receipts are issued to all the donors irrespective of the amount supported. A digital copy of the receipt is generated on and sent via e-mail post realization of the donated amount. The hard copy of the receipt is delivered to the donor within 10 working days.
What happens if the tax receipt is lost?

In case of loss of the original receipt, a duplicate tax receipt is issued on receipt of a formal request from the donor along with transaction details or photo copy on previous recipt.
Is the website safe to make online payments?

Yes, the website is safe for any kind of transaction. Also any information exchange is kept safe and in no condition gets disclosed. Also the payment gateway is a third party payment gateway recognized by the financial institutions under the government of India. So any transaction also is thoroughly secured.
What is the belief behind Aadvik Foundation?

We believe that unless members of the civil society are involved proactively in the process of development, sustainable change will not happen. Believing in this principle of 'Civic Driven Change' Aadvik Foundation sensitises the civil society in order to make them partners in its mission.
What is the mission of Aadvik Foundation?

Aadvik Foundation's mission is to empower underprivileged children, youth and their families and community through relevant education, innovative healthcare and market-focused livelihood programmes.
Which areas does Smile Foundation work in?

Aadvik Foundation has been working in the thematic areas of education, healthcare, youth employability and empowerment of women and girls
Why do you stress on education, when there are other equally pressing issues in the country?

Education alone has the power to liberate people from the vicious cycle of poverty - not only in terms of earning a livelihood but also in becoming aware of the rights and freedoms that a citizen is endowed with. Thus empowering individuals and making them self-sufficient.
How does Aadvik choose the projects / grassroots NGOs to work with?

Aadvik Foundation looks for emerging and committed grassroots organizations for reaching out to underprivileged communities. We partner with people and organizations that want to make a difference but do not have adequate knowledge and capacity to raise resources or work in a professional manner.