> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works.md).

# Receive funds

- [Receive a contribution](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate.md): Help supporters send funds to the right collective.
- [Send a bank transfer](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/wire-transfer-instructions-via-open-collective-platform.md): Use the instructions and reference generated for your contribution.
- [Apply for a grant](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/applying-for-grants.md): Involve OCE early when a funder needs a legal recipient or an agreement.
- [Giving from the United States](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/tax-deductible-giving-for-u.s.-donors.md): Check the appropriate donation route before sending funds.
- [Funding from U.S. foundations](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/equivalency-determination-certificate.md): Understand Equivalency Determination and check the route before a grant is committed.
- [Fundraise outside Open Collective](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/fundraising-tools-and-resources.md): Check how funds will reach your collective before opening another campaign.
- [Connect GitHub Sponsors](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/setting-up-github-sponsors.md): Check the host and account setup for your project.
- [Ask about cryptocurrency donations](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/contributions-in-cryptocurrencies.md): Arrange an eligible route before a donation is sent.
- [Request a contribution refund](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/refunds.md): Contact OCE promptly so the original contribution can be checked.