Legal & Governance
80G / Tax Benefit Disclaimer
This page explains the general terms applicable to contributions made through the Donate section of the RKM Foundation website. By making a donation, you acknowledge and accept the statements below.
1. Voluntary Contributions
All amounts given through the Donate section are treated as voluntary charitable contributions to RKM Foundation, a registered charitable trust in India. A donation is not a payment for goods, services, or any commercial benefit.
2. Use of Funds
Donations are used to support RKM Foundation's charitable programmes and operations. Where donors choose a specific pillar or cause, we aim to direct funds accordingly. However, if a programme becomes fully funded or operational priorities change, RKM Foundation may reallocate donations within its registered charitable objectives where the need is greatest.
3. No Financial or Investment Return
Donations do not provide any ownership rights, profit share, interest, or other financial return. All contributions are irrevocable charitable gifts made to support the Foundation's mission.
4. No Guarantee of Specific Outcomes
RKM Foundation works to maximise meaningful impact through its programmes and partnerships. However, charitable activities depend on real-world conditions that may change. For this reason, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes, beneficiary numbers, or timelines for any individual donation.
5. Compliance & Eligibility
It is the donor's responsibility to ensure that making a donation complies with all applicable laws relevant to them, including regulations related to residency, source of funds, and taxation.
RKM Foundation currently accepts domestic donations in Indian Rupees (INR) only, as the Foundation does not hold FCRA registration for foreign contributions.
6. Tax Treatment
RKM Foundation is registered under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Eligible Indian taxpayers may claim a 50% deduction on qualifying donations, subject to limits and conditions prescribed under Indian tax law.
Tax benefits apply only when:
- Our 80G registration is valid on the donation date, and
- The donor provides accurate PAN and required information
RKM Foundation issues 80G certificates (Form 10BE) after the close of the financial year in accordance with statutory timelines.
Issuance of an 80G certificate does not guarantee that a tax authority will accept an individual deduction claim. Donors should consult their tax advisors regarding eligibility.
7. Refunds
Donations are generally non-refundable. For details regarding limited exceptions in cases of verified technical errors, please refer to our Refund & Cancellation Policy – Donations.
Thank you for supporting RKM Foundation. Your contribution helps us deliver responsible, transparent, and compliant impact.