Donating Shop Proceeds to Charity
If you’re a seller who wants to fundraise for a tax-deductible charitable organization (such as a 501(c)(3) status or equivalent with the IRS, or a similar legally-recognized non-US charitable organization), please keep in mind the following requirements:
- “Crowdfunding” (raising money to support personal projects, causes, or businesses) is generally prohibited, will be necessary that you ask for permission. This includes listings that collect “tips” or “gratuities” for TuttiReal shops or sellers.
- Listings cannot be created solely for the purpose of transferring money. Each listing supporting a charity must represent a physical item for sale that meets TuttiReal’s Seller Policy. Digital downloads need ask for permission and be under review, and will be under our sole discretion to allow or not deciding if qualify as physical items for charitable donations on TuttiReal.
- TuttiReal cannot verify donations. Each seller is responsible for ensuring the correct receipt of proceeds to a specific organization. Transactions for charity are entered into at the buyer’s risk.
- Do not send unsolicited donation requests using any of the community features, such as Messages.
- Donations may not be collected for organizations funding weapons or military training, or any organizations which support terrorist, extremist, or hate groups.
- You must receive the appropriate consent from the charitable organization to use their name and trademark.
- Include clear information about the donation details and the organization you’re supporting in your listing description(s) and other public shop pages.
Last updated on May 31, 2025