Liz CA Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 We have done it for Christmas and at other times when someone was in need. Eaglei posted and updated that there are so many difficulties they are facing right now in addition to their son's precarious health situation. Can someone open an account (I can do it since I have more time in the summer) and people can make donations as they see fit? How are these donations / assistance accounts arranged? Would anyone be interested in contributing even a small amount? I cannot contribute a lot but many little donations add up. Also, does anyone here have an older laptop they could donate to eaglei? She does not have a working computer at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 I wondered whether someone had set one of these up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 I will contribute, but I can't set up the account because I'm typing on my phone and struggling to do so. Won't be home til Monday but will checkback several times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaVT Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 what about a gofundme.com site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 5, 2014 Author Share Posted July 5, 2014 Thank you Rosie & Faith! I am totally happy to do the legwork and speak to a local bank. I am sure something can be arranged so people would fees safe contributing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 5, 2014 Author Share Posted July 5, 2014 what about a gofundme.com site? I thought of this since someone mentioned it in a thread recently, however, it seems there is a negative connotation attached to these sites BUT I am new at this. Please make suggestions and we can decide which is the best route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 what about a gofundme.com site? I think I read that they take a cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelAR05 Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 Some friends of mine, who lost everything in a fire, had an account set up through youcaring.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Would it be possible to get her address. Maybe she can pm it to a board member then let everyone know which board member has it so the rest can pm them for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 Some friends of mine, who lost everything in a fire, had an account set up through youcaring.com. I will check into it later this evening. If they all take cuts, I think we can arrange something through a bank so Eaglei can get as much as is donated. I would rather not pay a middleman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 What about just having it sent to a paypal account? I don't know it that would work. I'm going out of town for 3 weeks (I'll be checking in here every few days), could someone pm me when we get something set up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 What about just having it sent to a paypal account? I don't know it that would work. I'm going out of town for 3 weeks (I'll be checking in here every few days), could someone pm me when we get something set up? I do have a paypal account and would have no problem doing it. I do want people to feel confident that their donations are reaching Eaglei which is why I was thinking a bonafide bank account where the bank disburses the check and nobody else has withdrawal rights. Is there something safe like this online? Perhaps I am making this way too complicated. If people are okay with PayPal, it works for me. If Eaglei has a PayPal account, the funds could just be transferred, isn't this right? I have not done much with PayPal lately. It goes back to the homeschooling years when I bought stuff on ebay but I am more than willing to be educated on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I think you can set up accounts like this at large national banks like Bank of America. I do have a paypal account and would have no problem doing it. I do want people to feel confident that their donations are reaching Eaglei which is why I was thinking a bonafide bank account where the bank disburses the check and nobody else has withdrawal rights. Is there something safe like this online? Perhaps I am making this way too complicated. If people are okay with PayPal, it works for me. If Eaglei has a PayPal account, the funds could just be transferred, isn't this right? I have not done much with PayPal lately. It goes back to the homeschooling years when I bought stuff on ebay but I am more than willing to be educated on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I do have a paypal account and would have no problem doing it. I do want people to feel confident that their donations are reaching Eaglei which is why I was thinking a bonafide bank account where the bank disburses the check and nobody else has withdrawal rights. Is there something safe like this online? Perhaps I am making this way too complicated. If people are okay with PayPal, it works for me. If Eaglei has a PayPal account, the funds could just be transferred, isn't this right? I have not done much with PayPal lately. It goes back to the homeschooling years when I bought stuff on ebay but I am more than willing to be educated on this. Paypal takes out a fee. So if people send you money via paypal than you send it to eaglei money will be taken out twice. Just a fyi. I appreciate your setting this up. I would love to see the family get some much needed relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I am happy to contribute through Paypal if a well-established boardie set up the account. We did that for another boardie when she had a need, and it got her through the next two "steps" on her path, and well on her way to providing for herself. I was so thrilled at the way this community pulled together for her. I would love to help out eaglei. I think the donations have to be marked personal (or something) so Paypal doesn't take a cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyroo Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 PayPal says... Sending money to friends and family is free for you and the recipient in the US when you fund the transfer with your bank account or PayPal balance. You can also use a debit or credit card or make an international transfer for a small fee. The credit cards charge us a little so we charge you a little for the convenience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 PayPal says... Sending money to friends and family is free for you and the recipient in the US when you fund the transfer with your bank account or PayPal balance. You can also use a debit or credit card or make an international transfer for a small fee. The credit cards charge us a little so we charge you a little for the convenience. That's what I was thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustEm Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Paypal takes out a fee. So if people send you money via paypal than you send it to eaglei money will be taken out twice. Just a fyi. I appreciate your setting this up. I would love to see the family get some much needed relief. They don't take a fee if you mark it as a gift Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 They don't take a fee if you mark it as a gift Thanks I did not know that. Good to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Willing to help, too. Heading out of town again and will be out of communication for a bit but PM me if something gets set up.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 So...looks like PayPal is a good way? Is there anyone who would not donate to a PayPal account but would rather go through a bank? I don't want Eaglei's family to miss out on any donations by choosing a method with which people feel uncomfortable. If everyone is fine with PayPal, I will go to my account and make sure all is well there and PM everyone who expressed interest in helping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 In fine with PayPal and could contribute a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Count me in. Paypal is fine - and trustworthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I'm heading into NYC in about an hour. So I'll check back tonight. I am willing to do paypal. I am willing to give and trust that Liz, who has never given any indication that she is not an above board, honest member of the board is going to make sure that the money goes to the need. I prefer this method because the only "cut" would be the credit card fee if there are any donors that way and that is acceptable since it costs paypal to process the transaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I've done paypal collections for other things. If the sender marks that the funds are going to family or friends, and pay with their paypal or bank account, then there is no fee. I also trust you Liz. You've been extremely helpful to me in the past! Thanks for doing this, and count me in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I'm fine with Paypal, and I will help as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie in WI Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I'm willing to give via paypal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 I am now PMing those who expressed interest to help with my PayPal info. If anyone wants to help but has not received the payment info, please PM me. I may be gone for a couple of hours today but will be back in the evening (Pacific Daylight Time). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Liz, We'd contribute. Like you mentioned, many smaller gifts add up quite well. Keep us posted on how to do so. Also, are they able to seek funds from other sources. They really need to talk to social services at the hospital to learn if there is money out there. Maybe not, but it doesn't hurt to ask. Also, their local church (if they attend) and/or radio station may want to be notified to help "promote' within community and perhaps they can offer a fundraiser. All of this is assuming they wouldn't mind these opportunities if they came about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Is someone in contact with her in real life? I am concerned she may be hard to contact if no one knows her in real life since she doesn't have regular computer access? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 6, 2014 Author Share Posted July 6, 2014 Is someone in contact with her in real life? I am concerned she may be hard to contact if no one knows her in real life since she doesn't have regular computer access? Very valid point. I will PM her and hope and pray she sees it in the next couple of days. The faster we can get a little money to them, the better. It would be great if someone here knew her IRL and could check in with her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AimeeM Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 If they are behind on their bills, they may be negative at their bank. It may have already been addressed, but it may be prudent to get her a debit card for the pay pal, so that she isn't relying on transferring to her bank account (which would eat up the cash if she's behind there or random bills could hit, when they need it for food, etc), and it would take several days per transfer to get to her bank account. This may have already been covered, again, and I apologize if it has. ETA: I only mention it because getting a card wasn't automatic with ours - we had to request it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 7, 2014 Author Share Posted July 7, 2014 Bumping for the evening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Bump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 7, 2014 Author Share Posted July 7, 2014 If they are behind on their bills, they may be negative at their bank. It may have already been addressed, but it may be prudent to get her a debit card for the pay pal, so that she isn't relying on transferring to her bank account (which would eat up the cash if she's behind there or random bills could hit, when they need it for food, etc), and it would take several days per transfer to get to her bank account. This may have already been covered, again, and I apologize if it has. ETA: I only mention it because getting a card wasn't automatic with ours - we had to request it. If Eaglei would rather get this in another way, I think I could transfer it to an account and get a money order to send to her. I have PMd her but have not heard back from her. She does not have a home computer and I hope that somehow she will feel led to check in soon, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 What about a prepaid credit card? I have an American Express Blue Bird Card that doesn't cost anything (no fees at all). Bonus is right now if you use it at Murphy's gas stations you get 15 cents off per gallon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I'm thinking Murphy's isn't in her part of the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 If memory serves, eaglei can request the funds in a check form if she has issues at her bank where some of it would end up going to overdraft fees or being taken for past bills they cannot afford to cover at this time, I think that if she has a close friend or relative willing to help, she could sign it over to them, they could deposit it into their account, and then atm cash for her as needed. Well, you could do that kind of thing here at our local owned, rural bank because they are pretty laid back and like to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Can I donate if I do not have a paypal account? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I am in. Paypal or a large bank, or sending pre-paid cards to her address. All are fine with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 i'm in. let me know how. this is part of what i cherish about this board, and the people on it! blessings, ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I would be 100% sure of how it works with Paypal before setting it up. A friend of mine who is a scrapping designer has a son born with Down's. Due to that, he had a serious need for heart surgery. She lives in a country where the bill has to be paid up front before they will perform it. There were various fundraisers, and donations were made to a Paypal for her. When the time came to get the money in order to pay, she ran in to some struggles getting them to release it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustEm Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Can I donate if I do not have a paypal account? Yes. You can make a payment with your bank account info to a PayPal account without having paypal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicAnn Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I can't give anything financially, but if we can find out if there are other needs, I can contribute that way. Also, if she happens to be within a couple hours drive of Seattle, I can arrange meals or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Just noticed that the moderator posted in another thread that this can't be done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 It can be done privately. Just not advertised on the forums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 8, 2014 Author Share Posted July 8, 2014 If anyone wants to do "something", PM me. I did not think to check board rules on this issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I would be 100% sure of how it works with Paypal before setting it up. A friend of mine who is a scrapping designer has a son born with Down's. Due to that, he had a serious need for heart surgery. She lives in a country where the bill has to be paid up front before they will perform it. There were various fundraisers, and donations were made to a Paypal for her. When the time came to get the money in order to pay, she ran in to some struggles getting them to release it. I believe there's a transfer limit can only withdraw up to a certain amount either daily or monthly, I can't remember). I *think* the recipient can make a request of paypal for this to be changed, but yeah, it's worth looking into. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I believe there's a transfer limit can only withdraw up to a certain amount either daily or monthly, I can't remember). I *think* the recipient can make a request of paypal for this to be changed, but yeah, it's worth looking into. They didn't limit what she could get, they just plain wouldn't let her have it. I can't remember the details though, but it may have had something to do with her being in another country. She ended up being able to get it, but only after quite a struggle to prove that it was indeed gifted to her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Thank you, Liz CA, for doing this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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