# Financial Contributions – How to Donate

### 🤝 Why Donate via Open Collective Europe?

Open Collective Europe (OCE) enables donors to support impactful Collectives transparently and securely. Hosted Collectives don't need their own bank account or legal entity — OCE receives and manages funds on their behalf. Donors can also choose to be publicly acknowledged on the Collective’s profile.

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### 💳 Accepted Payment Methods

You can make a contribution through:

* **Credit or Debit Card**
* **PayPal**
* **Bank Transfer** (SEPA or international)

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**Note**: When making a bank transfer, please include the name of the Collective and your order number in the payment reference. If not possible, contact us at <oce@opencollective.com> with your transaction details to ensure proper attribution.
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### 📄 Information Required

When donating, you may be asked for:

* Your **full name**
* Your **email address**
* Your **organization name** (if applicable)
* Your **payment method details**

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Under no circumstances may you issue invoices on behalf of the Collective or on behalf of Open Collective Europe. The use of Open Collective Europe’s VAT number is strictly prohibited.

Any request for funds must take the form of a **donation request letter**, which may only be drafted on behalf of the Collective for which you are an administrator.
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### 🏦 Bank Transfer Instructions

If you'd like to contribute via bank transfer, follow the step-by-step guide here:\
👉 [Wire Transfer Instructions](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/wire-transfer-instructions-via-open-collective-platform)

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### 🧾 Tax-Deductible Giving

In some cases, donations can be tax-deductible — especially if you're a **U.S.-based donor**. Learn more about eligibility and our partnership with Myriad USA:\
👉 [Tax-Deductible Donations for U.S. Donors](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/what-we-offer/tax-deductible-donations)

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### 📬 Need Help?

If you’re unsure which method to use or want to verify your transaction, don’t hesitate to reach out:\
📧 <oce@opencollective.com>