Automatic Electronic Monthly Giving Program

Now you can make a gift to Border Collie Rescue without writing a check, paying postage, or getting a reminder by selecting the Automatic Monthly Giving Program. It saves time and the effort of sending gifts through the mail on a regular basis.

You may have some questions about electronic gifts before you decide to choose the service.

Please read on and take advantage of the BCR's Automatic Monthly Giving Program.

A. The Automatic Monthly Giving Program works in cooperation with your bank, similar to automatic teller machines, direct deposit of payroll, Social Security checks, pay-by-phone, and other electronic banking services you've already experienced. The transaction is accomplished without paper handling.

Q. How do I get started on the program?

A. To begin you simply need to do is provide us with your credit card number, expiration date, type of card, name as it appears on your card and the amount you would like to contribute and the timing of your donations. You can make your gift by mail, , or by telephone. Choose one method of making your gift: checking account, MasterCard, or VISA. You can make donations on a weekly, monthly, biweekly, or yearly schedule - you name it.

If you choose to pay by checking account, attach a voided check or deposit slip to the authorization card and return to the BCR. If you choose MasterCard or VISA, be sure to provide your entire 13 or 16-digit card number and expiration date.

Q. What happens if I move from city to city during this period?

A. The program is processed through the Federal Reserve System so your location is not a concern. Simply contact Border Collie Rescue and let us know about the change.

Q. What happens if I change banks or credit cards?

A. This is a very common occurrence and is handled in one easy call to BCR. Simply request a new donation schedule, providing us with the updated information. This will ensure that your gift continues without interruption.

Q. Can more money be taken from my account than I have authorized?

A. Absolutely not. Electronic funds transfer, like any banking transaction, is regulated by federal agencies. You designate the amount and frequency of the transactions.

Q. What if I should decide to change this from my checking account to my credit card, or vice versa?

A. Again, authorization can be changed at any time with the payment structure you wish to designate.

Q. How do I know if my gift is going to the designated recipient?

A. Your gift payment is itemized on your checking account, MasterCard, or VISA statement each month. Your statement shows the date, the recipient (in this case, Border Collie Rescue), and amount.

Q. What if I change the amount of my gift?

A. This can be quickly accomplished by notifying Border Collie Rescue and submitting the newly authorized amount in writing.

Q. Must I notify the bank each month of my intention to make a donation?

A. No, your bank automatically sends your gift directly to Border Collie Rescue.

Q. Is there a minimum amount that I must give through the Automatic Monthly Giving Program?

A. No, there is no minimum gift per month.

Q. Why does Border Collie Rescue recommend this program?

A. In addition to the convenience to you, this plan eliminates costs that BCR otherwise would expend on pledge reminders, postage, and other administrative details. It puts your gift to Border Collie Rescue to work faster and more easily.

Some other benefits:

Donations can be made from checking or savings accounts
VISA and MasterCard can provide donors added bonuses such as frequent flyer miles;
Donation amounts can be selected to fit your budget; and, Flexible payment schedules to select from.
By providing you with our simple and automatic payment system, you can more easily make and meet your pledges to BCR.

Donor Services New Toll-free Telephone Service

In order to make it easier for our supporters to contact us, we are pleased to let you know that a toll-free number, 1-888-SHEEPDOG, has been established for your convenience. Electronic funds transfer (EFT) Contributions can now be made electronically using Electronic Funds Transfer.

Please contact us for more information by using our toll-free number.

{Border Collie Rescue, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.}