Frequently Asked Questions

Donate FAQs

Can I make a donation to a team?

Yes. You can make a donation to a walker on a team or you can make a general team donation.

Where should I mail donation checks?

All donations should be mailed to: Friendship Circle, 10 Microlab Road, Livingston, NJ 07039.

Who should I make my check out to?

Please make all checks payable to: Friendship Circle. Please make sure that in the memo it says FCwalk and who the donations should be credited to.

How do I find a participant’s personal fundraising web page?

Use the search bar on the home page and begin typing the first or last name. Your options will display as you type.

Are donations tax-deductible?

All monetary donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

What is Friendship Circle’s Tax ID number?

A Tax ID number identifies Friendship Circle as a 501(c)(3) non-profit Organization. The Friendship Circle Tax ID number is 45-4435140.

Do all donors who contribute online receive a receipt?

Yes, anyone who donates online, regardless of the amount, will receive a receipt via email.

How do I add a dedication when I make a donation?

When you make a donation online, you can designate what you want to appear as your recognition name on the participant’s Honor Roll.


Fundraising FAQs

What can I do if a check is written out to me personally?

If a donation check has been written out to you personally, you may endorse the back of the check and mail it in with a completed donation form to Friendship Circle.

How quickly can I expect an online donation to post to my page?

Any donation made online should post immediately. If your donation does not post within 5 minutes, please contact Friendship Circle.

Where can I find a list of the people who donated to me?

Log in with your email and password to visit your headquarters page. Select ‘Reports’ tab to find a list of all your donors.

How can I send a thank you email to my donor?

Log in to your fundraiser dashboard and use the Email tab to send thank-you messages to your donors.